Creswell Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Creswell's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 11.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 39.5% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This marked deviation from national norms is driven by a concentration of anti-social behaviour and violence, which together account for 67.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour, at 20 incidents (33.9% of total), is 160% above the UK average, while violence and sexual offences—also 20 incidents (33.9%)—are 32% above national rates. The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, may contribute to these patterns: empty homes during the summer could increase burglary risks. Conversely, the area's retail and social infrastructure may exacerbate anti-social behaviour, consistent with the high proportion of incidents in this category. The data also reveals a stark disparity in crime types: while vehicle crime is 49% below the UK average, the dominance of violent and anti-social offences suggests a unique local dynamic. This profile contrasts with other built-up areas in Bolsover, where property crimes often dominate, and underscores the need for targeted interventions in Creswell's social and public spaces.

August 2025 saw a dramatic surge in anti-social behaviour, doubling from 10 to 20 incidents—a 100% increase. This spike, combined with a 100% rise in other crime and vehicle crime, contrasts sharply with a 50% drop in criminal damage and arson. The shift in crime mix is stark: violent crimes (20 incidents) now account for 33.9% of all reported offences, slightly below the previous month's share but still significantly above the UK average for violence (2.9 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour, at 3.8 per 1,000, is 160% above the UK rate, suggesting a localised issue that may relate to August's peak holiday season and increased transient populations. While violent crime decreased by 9.1% (from 22 to 20), this small decline does not offset the overall upward trend in total crimes. Residents may find the 100% increase in vehicle crime—now at 1 incident—particularly concerning, as it signals potential vulnerabilities in local security measures.

Creswell's crime rate in August 2025 rose to 11.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 28.2% increase from the previous month's 8.8 per 1,000. This shift places the area 39.5% above the UK average, a gap that has widened since last month. Daily crime activity averaged two incidents per day across 31 days, reflecting a local pattern where anti-social behaviour and violence dominate. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 88 residents, a figure that underscores the density of incidents in a relatively small population of 5,211. While the UK average provides a useful benchmark, the specific context of Creswell—a built-up area within Bolsover—suggests local factors may amplify crime trends. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the area's compact size, the crime rate remains higher than national norms, though the exact drivers require further analysis.