Bolsover Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bolsover's crime profile in March 2025 reveals a striking contrast between its overall rate and the composition of offences. At 7.8 per 1,000 residents, the area matches the UK average, but the distribution of crime types diverges significantly. Violence and sexual offences dominate, accounting for 39.5% of all incidents—14% above the UK average. This category's prevalence may be linked to the area's mix of urban and rural settings, where concentrated populations in certain districts could drive higher rates of interpersonal conflict. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, contributing 17.0% of total crimes, 4% above the national average. The seasonal context of March, with its transition to spring and extended evenings, likely influences these patterns, as more people spend time outdoors and in public spaces. Meanwhile, shoplifting remains below the UK average, with 0.3 per 1,000 residents compared to 0.7 nationally—a discrepancy that may reflect the area's retail environment, which appears less prone to theft than typical high-street hubs. Public order offences, however, stand out as a major outlier, surging to 0.9 per 1,000 residents—64% above the UK average. This spike could be tied to the area's social fabric, where community events or local traditions might occasionally lead to heightened tensions or disorder. The data also highlights a stark contrast in property crime: burglary and vehicle crime both fall below the UK average, reflecting the area's lower population density and fewer opportunities for such crimes compared to more densely populated regions. These findings paint a nuanced picture of Bolsover's crime profile, where certain categories align with national trends while others diverge sharply, requiring targeted analysis to address emerging patterns.

March 2025 saw a stark increase in 'other crime,' jumping from 8 to 28 incidents—a 250% rise. This category, which includes crimes like vandalism and disorder, now accounts for 4.3% of total offences, significantly above the UK average of 0.2%. Concurrently, drug-related offences surged by 158.3%, climbing from 12 to 31 cases. This increase may reflect heightened activity during the transition to spring. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 23.8%, dropping from 21 to 16, possibly linked to reduced nighttime activity as daylight hours lengthen. Public order offences, the most significant upward shift, rose by 121.9% to 71 cases, 64% above the UK average. These figures highlight a shift in crime dynamics, with disorder and drug-related issues emerging as pressing concerns compared to February's profile.

Bolsover's crime rate in March 2025 rose to 7.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 37.4% increase from the previous month's rate of 5.7 per 1,000. This shift positions the area at the UK average, though the composition of crime has changed significantly. On average, 21 crimes were reported daily in March, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of 83,773. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 128 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides context for local residents assessing their personal risk. While the overall rate matches the UK average, the spike in violent crime and public order offences suggests a distinct pattern compared to the previous month, which saw a more balanced distribution across crime types. This change may reflect seasonal dynamics, such as the transition to spring and the extended evenings that could influence social interactions and public spaces.