Bolsover Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bolsover's crime profile in February 2025 was defined by a pronounced dominance of violent crimes over property-related incidents. With 208 violent crimes recorded—accounting for 43.8% of all reported offences—this category significantly outpaced property crimes (133 incidents, 28.0%). The overall crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents marked a 14.9% deficit compared to the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, underscoring Bolsover's consistently lower crime profile. This trend may be attributed to the district's rural character, where community cohesion and limited urban anonymity could contribute to lower rates of theft and vehicle crime. Seasonal factors also appear to play a role, with the winter months typically seeing a reduction in outdoor activities that might otherwise facilitate property crimes. However, the higher proportion of violent crimes compared to the UK average—where violence and sexual offences account for 2.5 per 1,000 compared to the UK's 2.4 per 1,000—suggests a unique local dynamic. Anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 15.8% of all crimes, was 7% below the UK average, reflecting effective local policing strategies or community engagement efforts. Other theft, at 0.5 per 1,000, was 9% above the UK average, indicating a higher incidence of smaller-scale property crimes in Bolsover. These figures, when viewed through the lens of the area's demographic and geographic context, provide a nuanced picture of the crime profile, highlighting both areas of strength and potential challenges for local authorities.

February 2025 saw a notable shift in crime patterns, with violent crimes accounting for 43.8% of all reported incidents—significantly higher than property crimes (28.0%). This imbalance may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during winter, which could drive more interpersonal incidents indoors. Month-on-month, possession of weapons increased by 75.0% (from 4 to 7), a rise that could indicate heightened tensions or specific local pressures. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 47.5% (from 40 to 21), likely tied to lower foot traffic and fewer opportunities for theft in colder weather. The district's shoplifting rate (0.3 per 1,000) was 52% below the UK average, suggesting effective retail security measures or a lower prevalence of commercial crime in Bolsover. These variations highlight the combination of local conditions and national trends in shaping crime profiles.

Bolsover's crime rate in February 2025 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, a 9.0% reduction from the previous month's 6.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the typical pre-spring lull observed in the area during winter months, when outdoor activity diminishes. On a daily basis, the district recorded approximately 17 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 176 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a relatively low frequency of crime relative to the population. This figure, when considered alongside the 14.9% reduction from the UK average, highlights Bolsover's consistently lower crime profile compared to the national benchmark. The decrease in vehicle crime (-47.5%) and drugs-related offences (-33.3%) may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic and fewer opportunities for theft in colder conditions. The district's shoplifting rate (0.3 per 1,000) was 52% below the UK average, suggesting effective retail security measures or a lower prevalence of commercial crime in Bolsover. These variations highlight the combination of local conditions and national trends in shaping crime profiles.