South Normanton and Pinxton Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

South Normanton and Pinxton recorded 83 crimes in September 2023, equating to a crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents—26.2% below the UK average of 8.0. This figure, when scaled to the area’s population of 14,178, translates to roughly one reported crime for every 171 residents over the course of the month. The crime profile shows a clear dominance of violence and sexual offences (26 incidents, 31.3% of total), followed by public order (16, 19.3%) and anti-social behaviour (14, 16.9%). These patterns may be influenced by the area’s character as a small built-up community within Bolsover, where localised social dynamics and seasonal transitions play a role. September, with its back-to-school and university freshers’ week, likely contributed to increased foot traffic and social activity, potentially amplifying violence and public order issues. However, the area’s overall safety remains markedly better than the UK average, particularly in categories like shoplifting (64% below UK levels) and other theft (33% below). The relatively low crime rate suggests a combination of effective local policing, community engagement, and the inherent characteristics of a smaller, more cohesive population. While public order offences are higher than the UK average, this may reflect the challenges of managing public spaces in a compact built-up area rather than a systemic issue. Seasonal factors, such as the return of students and the shift in daylight hours, may also contribute to fluctuations in crime types, with violence and public order incidents peaking during the transition from summer to autumn.

September 2023 saw three crime types surge by 100% compared to August: robbery, vehicle crime, and other crime. This increase, though small in absolute terms, suggests a potential shift in criminal activity, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as the return of students or changes in local routines. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 51.7%, a significant decline that may reflect the impact of increased police presence or community initiatives. Public order offences stood out as a category 77% above the UK average, with 16 incidents recorded. This anomaly contrasts with the area’s overall safety profile and may indicate challenges in managing public spaces during the month. Meanwhile, shoplifting and other theft-related crimes remained below UK averages, with shoplifting at 64% below the national figure. These patterns underscore the area’s mixed crime profile, where some categories deviate sharply from national trends while others remain consistent with broader UK patterns.

In September 2023, South Normanton and Pinxton recorded 83 crimes, a 4.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents. This translates to approximately 3 crimes reported daily, a figure that may appear low but reflects the area’s relatively small population of 14,178. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 171 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area well below the UK average for comparable regions. This statistic is particularly meaningful for local residents, as it illustrates the low likelihood of encountering crime on a daily basis. The decline from August to September aligns with seasonal patterns, as the area’s population likely experiences reduced activity during the transition from summer to autumn. However, the daily crime count remains a useful benchmark for understanding local safety in context, especially when compared to larger urban areas where crime rates are typically higher.