Creswell Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

July 2024 marked an unexpected surge in anti-social behaviour in Creswell, a built-up area within Bolsover, with incidents rising 180% from June. This spike, combined with a 100% increase in both shoplifting and burglary, has pushed the area's overall crime rate to 12.5 per 1,000 residents—48.8% above the UK average. The most significant category, violence and sexual offences, accounted for nearly half of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average by 111%. This pattern contrasts sharply with the UK's generally lower rates for violent crime, which typically hover around 2.9 per 1,000. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and festival events—may have contributed to the rise in anti-social behaviour and property crimes. While the area's crime rate is higher than the UK average, certain categories like public order offences and vehicle crime have seen declines, suggesting that not all aspects of the crime picture are trending upwards. The local mix of residential and commercial zones likely plays a role in these dynamics. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions during high-traffic periods, particularly in areas frequented by visitors during festivals.

July 2024 saw a dramatic 180% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from five incidents in June to 14. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in both shoplifting and burglary, highlights a troubling shift in the crime mix. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 47.7% of all crimes, with rates 111% above the UK average. Public order offences fell by 60%, suggesting a potential seasonal moderation in certain areas of concern. The stark contrast between violent crime and the 57% drop in vehicle crime illustrates the complex nature of local crime patterns. For residents, the most immediate concern is the surge in anti-social behaviour, which now dominates the monthly crime breakdown. This increase may be linked to the summer festival season, though can be established from the data alone.

Creswell's crime rate in July 2024 rose to 12.5 per 1,000 residents, a 54.7% increase from June's 8.1 per 1,000. This shift positions the area significantly above both its own recent trend and the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 80 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is stark for locals, it is important to contextualise it within Creswell's population of 5,211. The spike in violent crime, which now accounts for nearly half of all incidents, contrasts with the UK average for this category, which is 2.9 per 1,000. The area's demographic profile—characterised by a mix of residential and commercial zones—likely contributes to this disparity. However, the drop in vehicle crime and public order offences suggests that some localised factors may be moderating other aspects of the crime picture.