Shirebrook Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Shirebrook's December 2025 crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents marked a 17.1% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This performance placed the area firmly in the safer half of the national spectrum. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, comprising 52.6% of all incidents and surpassing the UK average by 17%. This figure may reflect the area's built-up nature and the presence of community hubs that attract both residents and transient populations. Anti-social behaviour followed with 14.1% of total crimes, while criminal damage and arson accounted for 10.3%, despite a dramatic 300% increase in December. The seasonal context of December—characterised by dark evenings, holiday-related disruptions, and empty homes—may have contributed to these trends. For instance, the surge in criminal damage and arson could be linked to increased property vulnerability during the festive period. Conversely, shoplifting rates were 30% below the UK average, influenced by reduced retail footfall or enhanced security measures in local stores. These findings illustrate how local conditions intersect with national crime patterns to shape Shirebrook's unique profile. The area's lower-than-average rates for property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime—64% and 73% below the UK average respectively—suggest a combination of environmental factors and community engagement strategies that may contribute to this trend. As the year draws to a close, these statistics provide a benchmark for understanding how seasonal and demographic factors influence crime in Shirebrook, offering insights that can inform both local policy and resident awareness.

December 2025 saw a dramatic 300% rise in criminal damage and arson, with cases surging from 2 to 8. This spike, the most significant month-on-month change, may partly explain the overall 11.3% drop in the area's crime rate, as property crimes fell by 28.6% compared to November. Concurrently, shoplifting increased by 50%, suggesting seasonal pressures during the Christmas shopping period. Violent crimes remained the dominant category, contributing 52.6% of all incidents and exceeding the UK average by 17%. This contrast with categories like shoplifting, which were 30% below the UK average, highlights divergent local trends. Public order offences dropped sharply by 75%, possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity during colder weather. These shifts underscore how seasonal factors and local demographics interact to shape crime patterns in Shirebrook, offering residents a clearer understanding of where to focus safety measures.

Shirebrook's crime rate in December 2025 dropped by 11.3% compared to November, falling from 6.5 to 5.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as holiday-related activities and reduced foot traffic in retail areas may temporarily curb certain types of crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately three crimes per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the local crime frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 173 residents, a metric that contextualises the scale of crime within the population. While this monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, the distribution across crime types reveals distinct local trends. For instance, violent crimes remain higher than the UK average, suggesting factors unique to Shirebrook's social dynamics or environmental characteristics may play a role. These figures, when viewed alongside the area's built-up nature and proximity to Bolsover, offer a nuanced picture of how local conditions interact with national crime patterns.