Creswell Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Creswell’s crime rate in November 2024 was 7.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 1.3% above the UK average of 7.6. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (30%) and criminal damage and arson (10%). This pattern aligns with Creswell’s character as a built-up area within Bolsover, where retail and community hubs may contribute to both property and violent crime. Seasonal factors played a notable role: the surge in shoplifting coincided with Black Friday, while the drop in violent crime may reflect the impact of shorter evenings and cooler weather, which can reduce opportunities for outdoor incidents. The area’s crime profile also shows stark contrasts with the UK average—shoplifting rates are 233% higher, but burglary and drugs-related offences are significantly lower. These differences may be influenced by Creswell’s relatively small population and limited commercial activity compared to larger urban centres. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and major retail events, likely contributed to the shift in crime dynamics, particularly the spike in property offences. While the overall rate remains modest, the sharp fluctuations in specific categories highlight the need for targeted awareness and community engagement.

November 2024 saw an extraordinary 1100% increase in shoplifting, rising from one incident to 12. This surge, which outpaces the UK average by 233%, may partly explain the shift in crime mix toward property-related offences. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences fell by 21.7%—from 23 to 18—bringing the rate to 3.5 per 1,000, 36% above the UK average. This category alone accounts for 45% of all crimes in the area, underscoring its persistent impact. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson dropped by 33.3%, from six to four, a decline that contrasts with the sharp rise in shoplifting. The stark divergence in trends—violent crime falling while property crime spiked—highlights the influence of seasonal factors like Black Friday, which may have driven retail-focused offences. For residents, the 233% disparity in shoplifting rates compared to the UK average offers a clear indicator of local vulnerabilities.

Creswell's crime rate in November 2024 fell by 11.1% compared to the previous month, dropping from 8.6 to 7.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as shorter days and cooler weather may reduce opportunities for outdoor crimes. Locally, the average resident faced a 1-in-130 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in human terms. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime per day, a rate that, while low, remains a reminder of the persistent need for vigilance. When compared to the UK average, Creswell's rate of 7.7 per 1,000 is only 1.3% higher than the national figure of 7.6, highlighting the area’s generally comparable safety profile despite local fluctuations. The shift in crime mix between October and November—particularly the sharp rise in shoplifting—suggests that external factors, such as Black Friday promotions, may have influenced activity patterns.