Bolsover Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bolsover's crime rate in August 2024 stood at 8.6 per 1,000, placing it 4.9% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal trends, with August's status as a peak holiday month influencing patterns. The most significant contributor to the overall rate was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.5% of all crimes reported. This category was higher than the UK average, with a rate of 3.4 per 1,000 compared to the national figure of 2.7 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 18.0% of incidents and remaining 4% above the UK average. Public order offences, at 8.9% of total crimes, were also significantly higher than the UK average, with a 27% gap. These trends align with the seasonal context of August, which typically sees increased foot traffic in public spaces and a surge in holiday-related activity. However, the data also reveals some anomalies, such as the sharp rise in possession of weapons, which increased by 200% compared to July. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may indicate a shift in local dynamics that warrants further analysis. The area's relatively low rates of shoplifting and burglary compared to the UK average suggest that certain factors—such as community initiatives or environmental design—may be contributing to these outcomes. The overall picture illustrates a mix of persistent challenges and areas of relative strength, with the most pressing concerns lying in the categories of violence and public order.

August 2024 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, most possession of weapons, which surged by 200% (from 3 to 9 incidents). This spike, though small in absolute terms, raises questions about local dynamics, particularly in light of August being a peak holiday month. Bicycle theft also doubled, with two reported incidents compared to one in July, a trend that may reflect increased outdoor activity or changes in local enforcement. Conversely, other theft and other crime both declined, with other theft falling by 28% (from 50 to 36 incidents) and other crime dropping by 20% (from 20 to 16). These decreases contrast with the UK average for other crime, which remains 25% above Bolsover's rate. The category of public order offences also saw a 16.9% drop, from 77 to 64, though this remains 27% above the UK average. For residents, the sharp rise in weapon possession highlights a specific concern that may warrant closer attention.

Bolsover's crime rate in August 2024 remained stable at 8.6 per 1,000, a 1.5% decrease from July's 8.7 per 1,000. This consistency suggests no major shifts in crime patterns over the month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 23 reported crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 117 residents, a ratio that provides a clear snapshot of the monthly exposure to crime. With a population of 83,773, this translates to a relatively low frequency of incidents per individual, though the slight increase in violent crime compared to the UK average remains a point of note. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, which are explored in the highlights section.