Shirebrook Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Shirebrook's crime rate in October 2025 (7.9 per 1,000 residents) edged 2.6% above the UK average of 7.7, a narrow but statistically significant margin. This figure positions the area as slightly less safe than the national average, though the absolute numbers remain modest given the population of 13,504. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences (47 cases, 44.3% of total crimes), a rate of 3.5 per 1,000 that is 32% higher than the UK average for this category. This suggests a localised challenge in managing interpersonal conflict or addressing community safety concerns. Anti-social behaviour (16 cases) and criminal damage (9 cases) followed, with the latter's rate 25% above the UK average. Seasonal factors may have played a role in these patterns: October's shorter days and Halloween festivities could have influenced public order and violent crime trends. However, the sharp decline in shoplifting (from 5 to 1 cases) and the 54.5% drop in public order offences may reflect targeted policing efforts or temporary changes in community activity. The area's built-up character within Bolsover likely contributes to these dynamics, with a mix of residential and commercial spaces creating opportunities for both crime and intervention.

October 2025 saw a 250% surge in burglary cases, rising from 2 to 7, the largest proportional increase in the area. This jump, combined with a 133% rise in other thefts, points to a shift in property crime dynamics that may reflect seasonal factors or local vulnerabilities. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 80% compared to the previous month, with only one incident reported, a stark contrast to the 5 cases in September. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, increasing by 128.6% to 16 cases, suggesting heightened community tensions or disruptions during the month. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 54.5%, potentially linked to Halloween's influence on local activity patterns. The UK average for violent crimes is 2.7 per 1,000, but Shirebrook's rate of 3.5 per 1,000 highlights a 32% disparity, indicating a localised challenge that warrants attention from community leaders.

Shirebrook's crime rate in October 2025 rose to 7.9 per 1,000 residents, a 27.6% increase from the previous month's 6.2 per 1,000. This brings the area's rate 2.6% above the UK average, a narrow margin but notable given the local context. On a daily basis, 3 crimes were reported each day in October, translating to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 127 residents. This figure underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 13,504. While the overall rate is marginally higher than the UK average, the distribution of crime types reveals stark local differences. For instance, violent crimes in Shirebrook are 32% above the UK average, suggesting a unique social or environmental dynamic that may not align with national trends. The population-scaled perspective highlights that residents face a slightly elevated risk compared to the UK as a whole, though the absolute numbers remain manageable within the area's size.