South Normanton and Pinxton Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

South Normanton and Pinxton's crime rate of 8.0 per 1,000 residents in December 2023 places the area 11.1% above the UK average of 7.2. This discrepancy highlights local factors that may amplify or mitigate national crime trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.5% of the total, a rate 30% higher than the UK average. This pattern may reflect the area's character as a mixed-use built-up area within Bolsover, where population density and seasonal activity can intersect to create conditions for interpersonal conflict. Anti-social behaviour (12.4% of crimes) and public order offences (11.5%) also featured prominently, both significantly above UK averages. These categories often correlate with urban environments where social interactions are more frequent, though the area's relatively low population suggests community-specific dynamics at play. December's seasonal context — Christmas shopping, extended evening hours, and the presence of temporary residents — likely contributed to the overall rise in crime. Property crimes accounted for only 31% of the total, a lower proportion than the UK average, indicating that violent and disorderly incidents, rather than theft or burglary, dominate the local crime profile. This contrast with national data may reflect the area's unique mix of residential and commercial spaces, where community engagement and local policing initiatives could help mitigate certain types of crime.

December 2023 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, including criminal damage and arson (+160%), burglary (+150%), and robbery (+100%). These jumps were most pronounced in public order offences, which were 88% above the UK average. Conversely, drugs-related crimes fell by 40% compared to November, though this category remains near the national average. The dominance of violent crime — 48 incidents, or 42.5% of the total — is higher than the UK average for violence and sexual offences (30% above). This spike may reflect seasonal factors, with Christmas shopping and party season intensifying social tensions. Residents should be aware that anti-social behaviour, which rose to 12.4% of all crimes, often precedes more serious incidents. The area's vehicle crime rate (33% below UK average) suggests local measures such as secure parking or community monitoring may be effective in deterring theft.

South Normanton and Pinxton's crime rate in December 2023 rose to 8.0 per 1,000 residents, a 32.8% increase from the previous month's 6.0. This places the area 11.1% above the UK average of 7.2, a consistent trend in recent months. Daily crime activity averaged four incidents per day, translating to one reported crime for roughly every 125 residents over the month. While this monthly exposure figure may seem high, it is important to contextualise it against the area's population of 14,178 — a relatively small community where even modest crime rates can feel pronounced. The shift from November to December also reflects seasonal patterns, with dark evenings and holiday-related activity likely contributing to the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the area's overall rate remains lower than some larger urban centres, suggesting local factors such as community cohesion or policing strategies may temper broader national trends.