Bolsover Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Bolsover, 7.5 crimes were recorded in June 2024 — a rate 8.5% below the UK average of 8.2. This per-capita perspective translates to a tangible risk for residents: over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 133 individuals. The data highlights a stark contrast in crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 40.4% of all incidents, significantly higher than the UK average for this category. This dominance of violent crime may be influenced by the area's character, where community interactions and local demographics likely shape the prevalence of such offences. Seasonal factors also appear to play a role; the start of summer, with longer days and increased outdoor activity, may contribute to higher rates of public order incidents (12.3% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (18.2% of total crimes), both of which align with patterns observed in similar urban-rural mixed areas. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting remain lower than the UK average, a trend that could reflect effective local policing or the area's economic profile, where retail presence may be less concentrated than in major urban centres. The breakdown of crime types also reveals an unusual concentration in 'other crime' — a category 87% above the UK average — suggesting the need for further analysis into what specific activities are driving this anomaly. As the summer progresses, these patterns may shift again, but the June data provides a clear snapshot of the risks faced by Bolsover residents.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with theft from the person rising by 100% compared to May, marking a sharp increase in incidents targeting individuals. This rise may reflect changes in local activity or increased vulnerability during summer evenings. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 67.9%, linked to seasonal shifts in retail activity or heightened security measures. Violent crimes remained a dominant concern, contributing 40.4% of all reported incidents — 9% above the UK average — a statistic that underscores the persistent challenge of managing public safety in the area. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped by 33% compared to the UK average, a trend that may align with reduced traffic congestion or targeted enforcement efforts in key areas.

Bolsover's crime rate in June 2024 dropped by 10.6% compared to May, falling to 7.5 per 1,000 residents from 8.4. This decline suggests a continued trend of reduced criminal activity, though the monthly exposure figure remains a key metric for residents: over the course of June, one crime was reported for every 133 residents. Daily crime statistics offer a different perspective — 21 crimes were recorded each day, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents in a localised timeframe. When scaled to the population of 83,773, this rate places Bolsover 8.5% below the UK average, a distinction that may reflect broader regional differences in policing strategies or community engagement. The reduction in shoplifting (down 67.9%) and burglary (down 58.3%) could indicate seasonal factors, such as the start of summer deterring certain types of theft.