South Normanton and Pinxton Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences drive the majority of reported crime in South Normanton and Pinxton, accounting for nearly half (48.9%) of all incidents in March 2025. This category alone exceeds the UK average by 17%, with a rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents. The overall crime rate for the area stands at 6.6 per 1,000, 15.4% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This discrepancy may reflect the area's smaller, more tightly knit community structure, which could contribute to lower rates of property crime and anti-social behaviour compared to larger urban centres. The seasonal transition to spring in March, with evenings lengthening, likely increases social activity in public spaces, explaining the prominence of violence and sexual offences. Anti-social behaviour follows with 16.0% of total crimes, though this category remains 12% below the UK average. The data suggests a balance between local factors—such as community cohesion—and broader national trends, with the area's crime profile illustrating a mix of both. While property crime accounts for 17.8% of total incidents, the low rates of shoplifting (3.2% of total) and burglary (2.1% of total) indicate that commercial and residential spaces may be less targeted than in other regions. The combination of seasonal dynamics and the area's built-up character within Bolsover likely shapes these patterns, though further analysis would be needed to confirm direct causal links.

March 2025 saw sharp increases in drug-related incidents and criminal damage, with both categories doubling from the previous month. Drug offences rose by 200%, from 2 to 6, while criminal damage and arson also doubled, reflecting potential shifts in local activity or enforcement priorities. Public order offences increased by 133.3%, from 3 to 7, which may be linked to the extended evenings of spring and increased foot traffic in public spaces. In contrast, vehicle crime fell by 75% (from 4 to 1), and burglary decreased by 50% (from 4 to 2), suggesting possible improvements in security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes. Violence and sexual offences remain the most significant category, with their rate (3.2 per 1,000) 17% above the UK average, highlighting a localised challenge that may require targeted interventions. The stark contrast between rising drug-related crimes and falling property crimes illustrates a shifting crime mix, with the area's profile moving away from traditional theft and towards more complex issues like substance misuse and public disorder. Residents may find the 200% increase in drug offences particularly noteworthy, as this represents a significant departure from previous trends and could indicate emerging local challenges.

The crime rate in March 2025 (6.6 per 1,000) represents a 28.7% increase from the previous month's rate of 5.2 per 1,000, marking a notable upward trend in the area's crime profile. On a daily basis, the built-up area recorded roughly 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in a relatively small population. Over the course of March, one reported crime occurred for every 151 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area in a safer bracket compared to larger urban centres but highlights the need for vigilance in community spaces. With a population of 14,178, the area's crime statistics must be contextualised within its built-up nature within Bolsover, where density may influence both crime opportunities and policing effectiveness. The comparison to the UK average underscores the area's relative safety, though the rise in violent crime and drug-related incidents suggests areas for targeted local action. This 28.7% month-on-month increase, while significant, must be interpreted cautiously—seasonal factors such as the transition to spring and longer evenings may have contributed to increased social interactions and associated risks. The data invites further exploration into whether these trends are temporary or indicative of broader shifts in local crime dynamics.