Bolsover Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bolsover's crime profile in November 2024 reveals a distinct emphasis on violent crimes, which constitute nearly half of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences (241 cases) dominate the crime mix at 47.9%, significantly outpacing property crimes (180 cases) and other categories. This skew towards violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where such offences account for 34.2% of all crimes. The area's 6.0 crimes per 1,000 residents places it 21.1% below the UK average of 7.6, reflecting a broader trend of lower violent crime rates in rural and semi-rural areas. Seasonal factors may partly explain the prominence of public order offences (49 cases) and other theft (48 cases), likely influenced by Bonfire Night events and Black Friday shopping activity. The sharp drop in anti-social behaviour (from 110 to 2 cases) suggests a possible shift in community engagement or policing priorities during the month. While violent crime remains elevated compared to the UK average for this category, property crimes such as shoplifting (33 cases) and burglary (17 cases) are significantly below national levels, aligning with patterns seen in areas with lower retail density and fewer commercial hubs. The overall balance of crime types suggests a community where interpersonal disputes and public order issues take precedence over more traditional property-focused crime trends.

November 2024 saw a dramatic surge in other theft, with cases rising by 152.6% (19 to 48) – a stark contrast to the previous month's figures. This jump, combined with a 100% increase in both bicycle theft and theft from the person, highlights shifting patterns in personal property crime. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour plummeted by 98.2% (110 to 2), potentially reflecting targeted interventions or seasonal changes in community behaviour. The crime mix shows a clear divergence from the UK average: while violence and sexual offences are 12% above the national rate, shoplifting is 42% below and criminal damage is 12% below. The area's public order offences (9.7% of total crimes) exceed the UK average by 18%, a figure that may correlate with the timing of Bonfire Night events in November. Residents should be aware that violent crime remains a significant concern, with 241 incidents reported – 47.9% of all crimes – yet property crime rates, particularly for shoplifting and burglary, are markedly lower than the UK average. The sharp decline in anti-social behaviour, though welcome, may also signal a temporary dip rather than a sustained trend, given the volatile nature of such offences.

Bolsover's crime rate in November 2024 (6.0 per 1,000 residents) represents a 19.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.4 per 1,000. This decline translates to 17 crimes reported per day on average, a figure that may feel more tangible for residents when compared to the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 167 residents. Over the course of the month, this means that statistically, every resident had a 0.6% chance of being directly affected by a reported crime. When viewed against the UK average, this performance is better, with Bolsover's rate 21.1% below the national figure. The population context is also revealing: with 83,773 residents, the localised nature of crime in Bolsover contrasts with larger urban centres where crime rates often cluster around commercial and transport hubs. The sharp drop in anti-social behaviour, from 110 to 2 cases, is particularly striking when considered alongside the 17 daily crimes figure – it suggests that while overall crime remains relatively low, specific categories can fluctuate dramatically. This variation underscores the importance of viewing crime statistics through both a monthly and a localised lens, rather than relying solely on aggregate national averages.