South Normanton and Pinxton Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

South Normanton and Pinxton recorded a crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents in July 2024, placing it 7.1% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local dynamics and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 39.1% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.4%) and public order offences (13.6%). The seasonal context of July—characterised by schools being out of session, a surge in tourism, and the peak of festivals and outdoor events—likely contributes to the heightened incidence of public order and anti-social behaviour. These types of crime may be exacerbated by the influx of visitors and the prolonged presence of crowds in public spaces, which can strain local resources and increase opportunities for disorder. Conversely, property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting were significantly below the UK average, with burglary at 68% and shoplifting at 85% below. This divergence suggests that while the area may be safer in terms of property-related incidents, the focus for residents and local authorities should remain on addressing the rising concerns around public safety and order. The overall crime rate, though lower than the national average, is not without its challenges, and the month-on-month increase of 2.8% serves as a reminder that vigilance and proactive community engagement are essential in maintaining the current level of safety.

July 2024 saw a significant rise in theft from the person, doubling from one to two incidents—a 100% increase. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in shoplifting, points to heightened opportunities for petty crime during the summer months, possibly linked to increased foot traffic from festivals and events. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, with a 38.5% increase to 18 incidents, suggesting tensions in public spaces may be escalating. Public order offences in the area were 72% above the UK average, a stark contrast to other categories like burglary and shoplifting, which were 68% and 85% below the UK rate respectively. These disparities highlight the area’s unique challenges, with localised issues in public spaces overshadowing national trends in property crime. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas frequented by tourists and during evening events, where incidents of theft and anti-social behaviour are most likely to occur.

The crime rate in South Normanton and Pinxton rose by 2.8% in July 2024 compared to the previous month, moving from 7.6 to 7.8 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is modest, it underscores a slight upward trend in local crime statistics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four reported crimes each day in July, a figure that reflects the month’s overall activity. Over the course of July, one crime was reported for every 129 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents within the community. When viewed against the UK average, the area remains 7.1% below the national rate, but the upward shift from June suggests vigilance is needed. The population context further illustrates that, despite being a relatively small built-up area, the crime rate aligns with broader regional patterns, though the specific types of crime differ. For residents, this means maintaining awareness of local hotspots and reporting suspicious activity promptly.