Creswell Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 marked a stark contrast in Creswell’s crime profile, driven by a dramatic surge in shoplifting and other property-related offences. The overall crime rate of 10.9 per 1,000 residents—49.3% above the UK average—reflects a challenging month for local authorities. Violence and sexual offences dominated with 21 incidents (36.8% of total crimes), a figure 56% higher than the UK average. Shoplifting, however, emerged as the most significant anomaly, surging from zero to 17 incidents (29.8% of total crimes), a 424% increase over the national average. This spike aligns with seasonal factors: Black Friday shopping, coupled with shorter daylight hours, likely intensified retail-focused crime. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) declined by 64.3%, possibly due to reduced public gatherings during the holiday season. The area’s built-up character within Bolsover’s industrial belt may exacerbate property crime trends, though the sharp contrast between violent and property crime rates suggests varied underlying dynamics. These figures underscore the need for targeted interventions in retail zones while also addressing persistent violent crime patterns. As November transitions into December, the continued focus on lighting, community policing, and retail security measures may help mitigate further spikes.

November 2025 saw a dramatic 100% increase in shoplifting, rising from zero to 17 incidents—a surge likely tied to Black Friday shopping and extended evening darkness. This spike, coupled with a 100% rise in other crime and robbery, contrasts sharply with declines in anti-social behaviour (-64.3%) and drugs offences (-66.7%). Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) remained 56% above the UK average, while shoplifting (3.3 per 1,000) was 424% above national levels, pointing to localized vulnerabilities in retail areas. Anti-social behaviour, though down, still accounted for 8.8% of total crimes, suggesting ongoing challenges in community cohesion. These shifts highlight a mixed picture: while some categories improved, others—particularly property-related crimes—experienced sharp increases that demand closer scrutiny.

Creswell's crime rate in November 2025 (10.9 per 1,000 residents) marked a 3.4% decline from the previous month's 11.3 per 1,000. While this slight reduction may reflect seasonal lulls, the daily crime count remains steady at approximately two incidents per day, underscoring persistent local challenges. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 91 residents—a figure that, while higher than the UK average, aligns with Creswell’s built-up area status and its proximity to Bolsover’s industrial corridors. The population-scaled perspective reveals that 5211 residents collectively experienced 57 crimes, translating to a monthly exposure rate that highlights the need for targeted community engagement. These figures, though modest in absolute terms, are significant within Creswell’s context, where property crime and violent incidents consistently outpace national averages.