Shirebrook Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Shirebrook's September 2024 crime rate of 9.2 per 1,000 residents places the area 19.5% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile. These incidents accounted for 48.4% of all reported crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The high prevalence of violent crime may be partly explained by the area's proximity to educational institutions, where the start of the academic year often brings increased social interactions and potential conflicts. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also feature prominently, with rates 3% and 79% above the UK average respectively. This suggests a need for targeted community engagement and policing strategies in public spaces. Seasonal context plays a role, as September marks the transition from summer to autumn, with back-to-school activities and university freshers' week potentially influencing crime patterns. While property crimes remain relatively low (26 incidents, or 20.9% of total crimes), the sharp rise in drug-related offences and burglary highlights emerging challenges. These trends align with broader patterns seen in similar built-up areas, where transient populations and economic pressures can contribute to spikes in certain crime types. The data underscores the importance of maintaining a balanced approach to crime prevention, combining community initiatives with law enforcement efforts to address both persistent and emerging issues.

September 2024 saw a 250% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 2 to 7 incidents. This sharp rise, combined with a 100% increase in burglary, highlights shifting patterns in criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 14.3%, suggesting heightened tensions in community spaces. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 57.1% and other theft by 66.7%, possibly reflecting seasonal changes as schools and universities resume. Violence and sexual offences remain high, with a rate of 4.4 per 1,000 (68% above the UK average), underscoring the need for focused policing in areas frequented by students and young adults. Public order offences also surged, with a 79% increase over the UK average, likely tied to the social dynamics of a post-summer period. These fluctuations demonstrate the complexity of local crime trends, where certain categories spike while others decline, requiring nuanced responses from authorities.

Shirebrook's crime rate in September 2024 (9.2 per 1,000) marks a 3.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.5 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a slight improvement in local safety. above the UK average. On a daily basis, the 124 reported crimes over 30 days translate to approximately four crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 109 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents relative to the population of 13,504. This monthly exposure rate, while lower than the previous month, still reflects a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate has decreased, the absolute number of crimes remains significant, particularly in categories like violence and anti-social behaviour. This suggests that targeted interventions may still be necessary to address underlying factors contributing to these trends.