Creswell Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Creswell's crime profile in January 2025 reveals a marked dominance of violent crime over property offences, a trend that may reflect the area's character as a built-up region within Bolsover. With 21 violent crimes recorded—accounting for 51.2% of the total 41 incidents—this figure stands 59% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.5 per 1,000). Property crimes, by contrast, numbered only 8, underscoring a stark imbalance that could indicate underlying social or environmental factors. The overall crime rate of 7.9 per 1,000 residents places Creswell 11.3% above the UK average (7.1 per 1,000), a disparity that warrants closer examination. Seasonal context suggests that January's post-holiday period and shorter days may have influenced crime patterns, with reduced retail footfall lowering opportunities for property-related offences. However, the elevated levels of violent crime, particularly in the context of a relatively small population, raise questions about local dynamics. The area's built-up nature within a rural district may contribute to higher concentrations of social interactions, which could partially explain the dominance of violent incidents. This pattern is further amplified by the 135% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in this category. The seasonal context also highlights the potential impact of reduced daylight on outdoor activities, which may indirectly influence crime rates by altering community behaviour and visibility. While direct causation, these observations align with broader patterns seen in similar areas, where urban density and social connectivity often correlate with higher violent crime rates.

Violent crime accounted for 51.2% of total incidents in January 2025, a stark contrast to the 8 property crimes recorded. This imbalance, with 21 violent offences compared to 8 property crimes, places violence and sexual offences 59% above the UK average (2.5 per 1,000). The month-on-month data reveals sharp fluctuations: other crime surged by 200% (from 1 to 3), while shoplifting plummeted by 88.9% (from 9 to 1). These shifts highlight a combination of local dynamics and seasonal factors, such as post-holiday activity patterns. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 44.4% (from 9 to 5), a change that may reflect adjustments in community engagement or law enforcement priorities. Residents might find the 88.9% drop in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a significant reduction in retail-related offences during the month.

Creswell's crime rate in January 2025 (7.9 per 1,000 residents) represents a 16.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.4 per 1,000, marking a notable downward trend. This reduction aligns with the seasonal context of January, which typically sees lower outdoor activity and reduced retail footfall, factors that may contribute to fewer opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while local-specific, provides residents with a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents. When scaled to the population of 5,211, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 127 residents, a statistic that contextualises the impact of crime within the community. This monthly aggregate offers a snapshot of how crime is distributed across the population, though it does not reflect daily fluctuations or individual risk levels.