Bolsover Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bolsover’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 7.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 1.3% improvement over the UK average of 7.7. This slight edge, though modest, reflects a broader pattern where the area’s crime profile remains closely aligned with national trends but with notable variations in specific categories. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 39.7% of all reported incidents — a figure 17% higher than the UK average. This may be attributed to Bolsover’s mix of rural and semi-urban areas, where community dynamics and local events could influence interpersonal crime rates. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 15.9%, while criminal damage and arson (11.2%) highlighted vulnerabilities in property-related crime. Seasonal factors likely played a role: April’s spring weather and Easter holidays may have encouraged outdoor activity, contributing to increased vandalism or public order issues. However, the data also reveals resilience in areas like shoplifting, which fell 10% below the UK average (0.6 vs 0.7 per 1,000), due to effective local initiatives or lower retail footfall in certain parts of the district. The balance between violent and property crimes remains a key concern, with violence making up nearly 40% of all incidents, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in high-risk zones. While the overall rate is stable, the interplay between seasonal shifts and local conditions underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring to address emerging patterns.

April 2024 saw notable reductions in specific crime categories, with drug offences plummeting by 57.1% (14 to 6) and possession of weapons decreasing by 33.3% (6 to 4). These declines may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced socialising during Easter or increased law enforcement presence in areas with high drug activity. Conversely, robbery surged by 100%, rising from zero to two incidents, and criminal damage and arson increased by 24.6% (57 to 71), potentially linked to spring weather encouraging outdoor activities or targeted vandalism. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category (39.7% of total crimes), 17% above the UK average, while shoplifting fell slightly below the national rate by 10%. For residents, the sharp drop in drug-related crimes offers a tangible indicator of improved local safety, though the rise in robbery underscores the need for vigilance in high-risk areas.

Bolsover's crime rate in April 2024 remained stable compared to March, hovering at 7.6 per 1,000 residents — a 1.3% decrease from the previous month’s 7.7. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, 21 crimes were reported across the district, equating to roughly one crime for every 132 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides context for residents: while the rate is low, the cumulative effect of 635 total crimes means crime remains a present concern. The population of 83,773 further scales these figures, showing that crime is distributed across a relatively large area. The rate remains 1.3% below the UK average, a small but consistent edge that may reflect Bolsover’s geographic or demographic characteristics, such as lower urban density or community engagement initiatives not explicitly detailed in the data.