Creswell Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Creswell’s crime rate in April 2025 reached 10.4 per 1,000 residents, marking a 35.1% increase over the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This elevation is driven by a sharp rise in violence and sexual offences (42.6% of total crimes), anti-social behaviour (25.9%), and criminal damage (9.3%). The seasonal context of April—Easter and the onset of spring—likely contributed to heightened outdoor activity, which may have influenced patterns of anti-social behaviour and property crime. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.4 per 1,000, remain 69% above the UK average, a gap that could reflect local challenges in addressing domestic or community tensions. Anti-social behaviour’s 103% excess over the national average may indicate pressures in shared spaces such as public housing or town centres, areas where social cohesion efforts might be tested. The breakdown also reveals that while shoplifting and other theft crimes fell below UK levels, the overall property crime rate (11 incidents) remains modest compared to the 23 violent crimes recorded. This imbalance suggests a focus on interpersonal crime rather than economic motivations, linked to the area’s character as a built-up district with limited commercial retail presence. The rise in criminal damage, though smaller in absolute terms, may be tied to seasonal events or unsecured property during the Easter period, requiring targeted prevention strategies.

April 2025 saw a stark rise in burglary, with a 100% increase from 2 to 4 incidents, and a 25% rise in criminal damage and arson. These spikes contrast sharply with declines in other theft (-80%), drugs (-66.7%), and public order offences (-66.7%). Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.6% of all crimes, remain 69% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect local social dynamics or unmet community needs. Anti-social behaviour, at 25.9% of total crimes, also significantly outpaces the UK average by 103%, suggesting heightened tensions in shared spaces. Residents are advised to remain vigilant in areas experiencing these increases, particularly during the Easter period when outdoor activity may overlap with vulnerable times for property crime.

Creswell's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 10.4 per 1,000 residents, a 22.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 13.4 per 1,000. This decline, while notable, still places the area 35.1% above the UK average. Daily crime statistics show an average of two reported crimes per day in the built-up area, reflecting a persistent level of activity despite the month-on-month reduction. Over the course of April, one crime occurred for every 97 residents, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 5,211. While the overall rate has dropped, the distribution of crime types remains skewed—particularly in violent and anti-social categories—which continues to distinguish Creswell from broader national trends. The population-scaled perspective highlights that even modest changes in absolute numbers can have a measurable impact on local residents, reinforcing the need for ongoing awareness and targeted measures.