Shirebrook Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Shirebrook’s crime profile in November 2023 reveals a notable dominance of violent crime over property crime, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 44.1% of all reported incidents. This contrasts with the UK average, where violent crime constitutes 27% of total crimes, highlighting a local imbalance in criminal activity. The area’s crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents places it 1.3% above the UK average of 7.5, suggesting a marginally higher risk of violent incidents compared to the national picture. Seasonal factors may partly explain this trend, as November’s dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night could heighten opportunities for violent encounters. Conversely, property crimes—such as shoplifting and vehicle crime—remain below UK averages, reflecting the area’s lower retail density or effective local policing in those sectors. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern at 13.7% of total crimes, is 5% below the UK average, indicating community efforts to mitigate disorder. The balance of crime types underscores Shirebrook’s unique challenges, with violent crime requiring targeted interventions while property crime trends align with broader regional patterns.

November saw a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from four to eight incidents—a sharp uptick that may reflect seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night festivities. This contrasts with a 61.5% drop in public order offences, which fell from 13 to five, possibly linked to reduced foot traffic during colder weather. Violent crime, though still the most prevalent category, decreased by 16.7% compared to the previous month, suggesting potential effectiveness of recent policing strategies or temporary deterrents from seasonal events. Anti-social behaviour remained 5% below the UK average at 1.0 per 1,000 residents, while other theft and shoplifting were both 9% and 19% below UK rates respectively—factors that could inform local crime prevention priorities. The 100% rise in 'other crime' (from zero to three incidents) highlights emerging patterns that warrant closer examination, though the category’s ambiguity limits immediate interpretation.

Shirebrook’s crime rate in November 2023 (7.6 per 1,000) was 5.6% lower than the previous month’s rate of 8.0, reflecting a modest but measurable decline in overall criminal activity. This translates to approximately three crimes reported per day in the area—a figure that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for sustained community engagement. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 132 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is slightly higher than the UK average but not significantly so. With a population of 13,504, the area’s crime statistics reveal a mixed picture: while violent crime remains elevated relative to national trends, property-related offences are consistently below UK averages. This contrast may reflect Shirebrook’s built-up character, where higher population density could drive violent crime but limited commercial activity might suppress property crime. Residents should note that while the overall rate is slightly above the UK average, the most significant deviations are in violent crime and emerging 'other crime' categories, which may require tailored responses.