Creswell Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile for Creswell in January 2026 reveals a marked imbalance between violent and property crimes, with violent incidents accounting for 39.6% of all reported offences—compared to just 18.8% for anti-social behaviour and 12.5% for public order issues. This stark contrast suggests a shift in local dynamics, potentially influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may limit opportunities for property crime while concentrating social interactions in public spaces. The overall crime rate of 9.2 per 1,000 residents places Creswell 35.3% above the UK average, a figure that underscores the area’s distinct challenges compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, with 19 incidents recorded—3.7 per 1,000 residents, 48% above the UK average for this category. This could reflect broader social tensions or specific local pressures, such as the impact of post-holiday periods on community cohesion. Anti-social behaviour, though lower in absolute terms than violence, remains a persistent issue, contributing 18.8% of total crimes and 83% above the UK average. The seasonal context of January—typically a period of reduced outdoor activity and economic activity—may also play a role in shaping these patterns, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such links. The data illustrates a combination of local conditions and national crime trends, requiring careful contextualisation to avoid overgeneralisation.

January 2026 saw dramatic month-on-month increases in several crime categories, with anti-social behaviour surging by 350% (from 2 to 9 incidents), criminal damage and arson rising by 200% (from 1 to 3), and vehicle crime doubling from 0 to 5. These sharp increases may indicate emerging pressures or shifts in criminal activity. The dominance of violent crime—accounting for 39.6% of all reported incidents—contrasts sharply with property crime, which represented just 18.8% of total offences. This imbalance is particularly pronounced in violence and sexual offences, which are 48% above the UK average (3.7 vs 2.5 per 1,000 residents), suggesting a localised challenge that may require targeted interventions. Meanwhile, vehicle crime, though relatively low in absolute terms (1.0 per 1,000 residents), is 170% above the UK average, a figure that could reflect specific vulnerabilities in Creswell’s infrastructure or parking arrangements. For residents, the most immediate concern appears to be the rise in anti-social behaviour, which has more than tripled since December 2025, affecting local quality of life and community safety.

The crime rate in Creswell for January 2026 (9.2 per 1,000 residents) represents a 26.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 7.3 per 1,000, highlighting a troubling upward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may seem modest but reflects the cumulative impact of persistent issues. When scaled to the local population, this translates to one reported crime for every 109 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that, while not excessively high, underscores the need for vigilance. Comparing Creswell’s figures to the UK average reveals stark disparities: for example, violent crime in the area is 48% above the national rate, and anti-social behaviour is 83% higher. These gaps suggest that local factors—such as socioeconomic conditions, community demographics, or geographic characteristics—play a significant role in shaping the crime profile. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the relative burden on Creswell’s residents compared to the broader UK context, where crime rates are generally lower. While causal links, the combination of seasonal trends and localised pressures may contribute to the observed patterns, warranting further analysis to address the underlying drivers.