Creswell Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The per-capita perspective reveals that residents of Creswell face a significantly higher risk of encountering crime than the UK average, with the area's crime rate in May 2023 reaching 16.5 per 1,000 residents—106.2% above the national benchmark of 8.0. This figure translates to a daily risk of approximately three crimes per day, a statistic that underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of 5,211 people. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 36.1% of all incidents (31 cases), with the rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents—116% above the UK average. This concentration of violent crime is particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a potential link to seasonal factors such as the increase in outdoor socialising during longer evenings and the presence of bank holidays in May. The second most common category was anti-social behaviour, with 17 incidents reported—148% above the UK average. This surge may be connected to the area's character as a built-up district within Bolsover, where community interactions and public spaces may contribute to such incidents. The third most common category was criminal damage and arson, with 10 incidents reported—206% above the UK average. This highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where such crimes are concentrated. While vehicle crime remained 11% below the UK average, the overall pattern indicates that property and violent crimes are the primary concerns for residents. The seasonal context of May, with its longer evenings and increased social activity, may contribute to the higher rates of anti-social behaviour and retail-related crimes such as shoplifting. These factors, combined with the area's population density and local dynamics, create a complex environment where crime prevention strategies must be tailored to address the specific needs of the community.

May 2023 saw a dramatic 200% increase in shoplifting, with incidents rising from two to six. This surge, coupled with a 166.7% rise in other theft, highlights a shift in criminal activity that may partly explain the overall rate increase. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, increasing by 112.5% to 17 incidents, a figure that is 148% above the UK average. Violent crimes accounted for 36.1% of all reported incidents, with the rate of violence and sexual offences at 6.0 per 1,000—116% above the UK average. This concentration of violent crime contrasts with vehicle crime, which was 11% below the UK average. The breakdown shows that while property crimes make up a significant portion (29 of 86 total), violent crimes are the most prevalent category. A resident could reasonably expect to encounter one crime for every 61 residents over the course of a month, a statistic that contextualises the risk in daily life. The surge in shoplifting may be linked to the increase in outdoor socialising during longer evenings, a seasonal factor that could contribute to higher retail crime rates. The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour could reflect heightened tensions during public events or bank holidays, which are common in May.

Creswell's crime rate in May 2023 stood at 16.5 per 1,000 residents, a stark 71.9% increase from the previous month's rate of 9.6. This surge places the area 106.2% above the UK average of 8.0, highlighting a significant disparity in local safety compared to national benchmarks. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three reported crimes per day, a figure that, while localised, underscores the persistent challenge of crime in a community of 5,211 people. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 61 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the risk in everyday life. This statistic is particularly striking when viewed through a population-scaled lens, as residents face a higher risk of encountering crime than the national average. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violent and property crimes dominate the landscape, with anti-social behaviour and criminal damage higher than UK averages. This pattern suggests that localised factors, such as community dynamics or environmental conditions, may play a role in the elevated rates. While vehicle crime remained below the UK average (11% lower), the overall picture indicates a need for targeted interventions in areas where violent and anti-social incidents are concentrated.