South Normanton and Pinxton Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 marked a continued decline in crime across South Normanton and Pinxton, with an overall crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents—31.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with broader national trends, though local factors may have contributed to the area’s comparatively low rates. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 46% of all recorded crimes, followed by public order incidents (16.2%) and criminal damage and arson (10.8%). The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended evenings—likely influenced crime patterns, with increased foot traffic and social activity potentially driving public order issues. However, the area’s overall safety profile appears robust, with violent crime rates 7% below the UK average and property crime rates consistently lower than national benchmarks. This suggests that community dynamics, such as strong local policing or social cohesion, may play a role in maintaining lower crime levels. The absence of significant spikes in property-related crimes, despite the holiday shopping season, further indicates that local initiatives or environmental factors could be mitigating risks. As the year progresses, continued monitoring of these trends will be essential to understanding the interplay between seasonal events and crime prevention efforts in this built-up area.

The month-on-month decline of 11.8% in South Normanton and Pinxton’s crime rate—from 5.9 to 5.2 per 1,000 residents—reflects a sustained trend of safety improvements. Violent crimes saw a 7% reduction compared to the UK average, with rates at 2.4 per 1,000. However, public order offences surged by 71.4%, rising from 7 to 12 incidents, a figure 76% above the UK average. This discrepancy highlights a shift in the crime mix, with property-related crimes remaining relatively low while antisocial behaviour increased. Burglary, for instance, saw a sharp 200% jump, rising from 1 to 3 incidents, though this remains 35% below the UK average. Conversely, other crime types declined, including drugs offences (-66.7%) and possession of weapons (-50.0%), which may indicate targeted interventions or seasonal factors reducing illicit activity. Residents may find the 12% drop in vehicle crime—now at 0.4 per 1,000, 9% below the UK average—particularly reassuring, suggesting effective measures in place to deter theft in this area. These fluctuations underscore the importance of contextual analysis, as local events and policing strategies can significantly influence crime patterns even within a broader national framework.

Compared to October 2024, when the crime rate stood at 5.9 per 1,000, November 2024 saw an 11.8% decrease, reinforcing a downward trajectory in local crime statistics. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s relatively low crime density compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 192 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 14,178, this suggests that the likelihood of being affected by crime is significantly lower than the UK average, which would equate to a much higher frequency of incidents per capita. The combination of these metrics illustrates a community where crime is not only infrequent but also low relative to national benchmarks. This contrast becomes even more pronounced when considering the UK’s higher overall rate and the specific categories where South Normanton and Pinxton diverge—such as the 76% gap in public order offences. These comparisons highlight the area’s unique characteristics, whether through effective local governance, community engagement, or environmental factors that contribute to its distinct safety profile.