South Normanton and Pinxton Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The most striking finding in October 2023 was the 86% surge in public order offences, which occurred at a rate of 1.1 per 1,000 residents—significantly higher than the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This category, which includes disorderly conduct and anti-social behaviour, accounted for 17.2% of all reported crimes, tying with anti-social behaviour as the second most common type. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, comprising 34.4% of all incidents at a rate of 2.3 per 1,000, which is 15% below the UK average. The area's overall crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 was 17.5% below the UK's 8.0 per 1,000, reflecting a broader trend of lower-than-average crime levels in this built-up area. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the patterns observed: as October brought shorter evenings and Halloween, the increased prevalence of public order incidents may be linked to the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces, where community interactions intensify during darker hours. The lower rates of property crimes, such as vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) and burglary (0.3 per 1,000)—both 21% and 12% below UK averages respectively—suggest that the area's built-up nature and potential for community oversight may help deter such crimes. However, the sharp rise in public order offences highlights the need for continued vigilance in managing local interactions during transitional seasons.

October saw a 100% increase in bicycle theft, with one incident reported after none in September. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors such as increased cycling during darker evenings. Burglary also surged by 100%, rising from zero to four incidents, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in property security. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by two-thirds, from three to one, possibly due to Halloween-related retail activity or temporary changes in consumer behaviour. Public order offences stood out as the most significant deviation from national trends, occurring at a rate 86% higher than the UK average. This anomaly may be linked to the area's built-up character and the impact of seasonal events on community interactions. Meanwhile, violent crimes remained the most common category, accounting for 34.4% of all incidents, a proportion that aligns with the area's likely mix of residential and commercial spaces.

South Normanton and Pinxton's crime rate in October 2023 rose by 12.1% compared to the previous month, climbing from 5.9 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is modest, it contrasts with the area's overall 17.5% deficit against the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly three reported crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents. On a monthly scale, the rate suggests one crime for every 152 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. However, the rise in violent crimes and public order offences could signal shifts in local dynamics, particularly as October's shorter evenings and Halloween festivities may influence community interactions. The population context further highlights that these figures, while notable, remain well below national benchmarks, reinforcing the area's position as a safer-than-average locality within the UK.