South Normanton and Pinxton Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of South Normanton and Pinxton, the crime rate in August 2023 translates to a 1-in-163 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. This figure, 6.1 crimes per 1,000 residents, places the area 24.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. While the overall rate remains lower than the national benchmark, the composition of crimes reveals a distinct local pattern. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, making up 35.6% of all reported incidents. Anti-social behaviour follows closely at 33.3%, suggesting a persistent challenge in community cohesion. Public order offences, though smaller in volume, align closely with the UK average. Seasonal factors likely contribute to the landscape: August, a peak holiday month, may increase risks associated with empty homes and transient populations, though no significant rise in burglary was recorded. The area’s relatively low property crime rate—16 incidents compared to 31 violent crimes—contrasts with national trends where property crimes often outnumber violent offences. This balance may reflect the built-up area’s character, where community interactions and local policing efforts could mitigate property-related risks. However, the prominence of violent crimes underscores the need for targeted interventions in public spaces and community support systems.

August 2023 saw a 500% surge in criminal damage and arson, rising from 1 to 6 incidents—a stark anomaly requiring further scrutiny. Shoplifting also doubled, from 3 to 6 cases, potentially linked to increased retail footfall during the summer months. Anti-social behaviour rose by 16%, with 29 incidents reported, marking the highest monthly total for this category. This increase, though modest, suggests ongoing pressures in public spaces that may strain local resources. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 50%, from 4 to 2 cases—a decline that could indicate successful community initiatives or shifting patterns in illicit activity. Other thefts dropped by 42.9%, from 7 to 4 incidents, though this remains below the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, at 31 cases, are 17% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour exceeds the national rate by 46%. These divergences highlight the area’s unique dynamics: lower violent crime may reflect strong community ties, but higher anti-social behaviour could point to unmet needs in youth services or mental health support. Residents might find the 35.6% share of violent crimes particularly relevant, as this category affects personal safety compared to other regions.

The crime rate in August 2023 (6.1 per 1,000) marks a 26.8% decline from the previous month’s rate of 8.4 per 1,000, reflecting a marked improvement in local security. On a daily basis, this translates to roughly 3 crimes reported each day—a figure that, while non-zero, is consistent with the area’s historically lower crime profile. Over the course of the month, the 1-in-163 resident exposure rate indicates that most residents will not directly encounter crime, though the distribution of incidents suggests pockets of higher risk. The population context further clarifies these numbers: with 14,178 residents, even small fluctuations in crime totals can have measurable impacts on local safety perceptions. The drop from August 2023’s rate to the previous month’s may be attributed to seasonal factors, such as the conclusion of summer holidays reducing transient populations that often correlate with increased anti-social behaviour. However, the persistence of violent crimes at 31 cases—despite the overall decline—remains a concern. Comparing these figures to the UK average underscores the area’s relative safety, particularly in violent crime categories, though the higher-than-average anti-social behaviour rates highlight local challenges that may require tailored solutions.