Shirebrook Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2025, Shirebrook recorded a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 20.9% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This figure underscores a broader trend of lower-than-average crime levels in the area, though the distribution of crime types reveals a distinct balance between property and violent offences. Violent crimes, particularly those involving sexual offences, dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 40.3% of all incidents. This dominance may reflect the area’s character as a built-up urban centre within Bolsover, where higher population density and social interactions could contribute to elevated rates of interpersonal crime. Conversely, property crimes were relatively low, with only 14 incidents reported—though this includes a notable 200% increase in vehicle crime. Seasonal factors, such as February’s cold weather and reduced outdoor activity, may have influenced this pattern, limiting opportunities for theft in public spaces while increasing reliance on vehicles for essential travel. The overall crime profile for the month appears consistent with a pre-spring lull, suggesting that as weather improves and community activity increases in the coming months, crime patterns may shift again. The rate of violence and sexual offences (2.2 per 1,000) was 6% below the UK average, a figure that could indicate effective policing or community initiatives in addressing such crimes. However, anti-social behaviour and public order offences exceeded UK averages by 24% and 59% respectively, pointing to areas where local efforts may need to be strengthened.

February 2025 saw a sharp rise in vehicle crime, which tripled from 1 to 3 incidents—a 200% increase. This surge, combined with a 100% rise in both burglary and shoplifting (from zero to one each), signals an unexpected shift in crime patterns. Despite this, violent crimes remained the dominant category, accounting for 40.3% of all reported incidents, though their rate (2.2 per 1,000) was 6% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, however, exceeded UK norms by 24%, with 16 incidents recorded. This contrast between rising property-related offences and stable violent crime rates may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity limiting opportunities for certain crimes while others, like vehicle theft, become more prevalent in colder conditions. Residents may find the 200% increase in vehicle crime particularly concerning, highlighting the need for targeted measures in parking areas or vehicle security.

Shirebrook's crime rate in February 2025 stood at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, a 25.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, reflecting a manageable local frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 188 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for Shirebrook’s population of 13,504. This rate is lower than the UK average, which suggests that local factors—such as community initiatives, policing strategies, or demographic characteristics—may contribute to the sustained reduction in crime. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that while the overall rate is below average, specific categories like anti-social behaviour and public order offences remain higher than UK norms, indicating areas for targeted intervention.