South Normanton and Pinxton Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

A sharp increase in possession of weapons offences has emerged as the most unexpected shift in South Normanton and Pinxton’s crime profile in October 2024, with reported cases doubling from zero to two. This stark rise contrasts with broader trends showing the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, recording 5.9 crimes per 1,000 residents—27.2% below the national rate. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 41.7% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.1%) and vehicle crime (9.5%). These figures suggest a persistent focus on interpersonal conflicts and public safety challenges, though the area’s overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average. October’s seasonal context—darker evenings, Halloween, and the clocks going back—likely contributes to increased reports of anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which saw an 11% decline compared to the UK average. The low rate of shoplifting (86% below the UK average) may reflect the area’s character as a built-up district with limited retail hubs, reducing opportunities for such crimes. While property crimes constitute only 26% of the total, violent crimes make up the majority, indicating a need for targeted interventions addressing community tensions and social cohesion.

The most dramatic month-on-month change was the 100% increase in possession of weapons offences, rising from zero to two incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, raises questions about local factors influencing such crimes from the data alone. Meanwhile, theft from the person also saw a 100% increase, with one reported incident in October, potentially linked to Halloween-related activity or increased foot traffic in certain areas. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 50% compared to September, with only one incident reported this month—down from two in the previous month. This decline may reflect improved security measures or seasonal patterns, though further data would be needed to confirm. The area’s violent crime rate (2.5 per 1,000) is 6% below the UK average for this category, suggesting effective policing or community initiatives in mitigating violent incidents. Vehicle crime, however, is 28% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), tied to the area’s built-up nature and traffic patterns. Residents might find the 86% reduction in shoplifting (0.1 per 1,000) reassuring, though it remains a rare occurrence compared to the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000.

October 2024 saw a 9.8% decrease in the area’s crime rate compared to September, dropping from 6.6 to 5.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the overall trend of the area being significantly safer than the UK average, though the month-on-month reduction may also reflect seasonal factors such as the clocks going back, which typically reduces evening activity and potential crime opportunities. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day in October, a figure that, while low, highlights the need for continued vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 169 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s relatively low crime density compared to larger urban centres. With a population of 14,178, the local context suggests that community-based policing and targeted interventions may be contributing to the sustained reduction in crime. However, the 28% above-average rate for vehicle crime and the 67% above-average rate for other crime categories indicate specific vulnerabilities that warrant further attention. These figures, when viewed alongside the area’s lower violent crime rates, illustrate a community grappling with niche but persistent challenges that differ from the national average.