Shirebrook Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

December 2023 marked a significant shift in Shirebrook’s crime profile, with a 15.3% increase in the overall crime rate compared to the UK average (8.3 per 1,000 residents versus 7.2 per 1,000). Violence and sexual offences dominated the landscape, accounting for nearly half (49.1%) of all reported crimes, a rate 56% higher than the UK average for this category. The seasonal context of December—dark evenings, Christmas shopping, and the potential for empty homes during the holiday period—likely contributed to the surge in criminal damage and arson, which rose sharply by 75% compared to the previous month. This spike may be linked to increased property-related activity in the area’s retail and industrial zones, where vandalism and arson are more prevalent during periods of heightened foot traffic and reduced visibility. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern, decreased by 42.9% (from 14 to 8 cases), a drop that could reflect temporary reductions in public gatherings or targeted interventions. The area’s vehicle crime rate, though modest (0.6 per 1,000), was 33% above the UK average, a pattern consistent with the presence of commuter routes and industrial infrastructure that attract opportunistic theft. Meanwhile, shoplifting and other theft remained relatively stable, though the rate for theft from the person increased by 100%, indicating a potential rise in targeted incidents during the festive season. The overall crime rate, while elevated, remains concentrated in violent and property-related categories, suggesting a need for continued focus on community engagement and targeted policing in high-risk areas.

December 2023 saw the most dramatic month-on-month increase in criminal damage and arson, which rose by 75% (from 8 to 14 cases). This surge, coupled with a 100% jump in possession of weapons and theft from the person, highlights a shift toward property-related and violent incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 49.1% of all reported incidents—56% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour, however, fell by 42.9% (from 14 to 8), a drop that may reflect targeted policing efforts or seasonal changes in public activity. The area’s vehicle crime rate also rose 33% above the UK average, a trend likely tied to the presence of retail and industrial zones that attract opportunistic theft. Residents should note that while violent crime dominates, the sharp increase in property damage suggests a need for heightened vigilance around public spaces and commercial areas.

Shirebrook’s crime rate in December 2023 rose to 8.3 per 1,000 residents, a 9.8% increase from the previous month’s 7.6 per 1,000. This marks the second consecutive month of growth, though the pace of the rise slowed compared to earlier in the year. On a daily basis, 4 crimes were reported each day in December, a figure that, while consistent with seasonal patterns, reflects the area’s ongoing challenges with violence and property crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 121 residents—a ratio that underscores the frequency of incidents relative to the local population. This monthly exposure rate is higher than the UK average, which is not directly comparable due to differences in population density and local demographics. The increase in violent crime, particularly in violence and sexual offences, has pushed the area’s rate 56% above the UK average for this category, a disparity that may partly explain the overall upward trend.