South Normanton and Pinxton Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 saw South Normanton and Pinxton maintain a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 23.3% below the UK average of 7.3. This continued trend of lower-than-average crime reflects the area's character as a relatively rural built-up district within Bolsover, where community cohesion and limited urban density may contribute to reduced opportunities for certain crimes. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40% of all recorded crimes, followed by public order offences at 12.5%. These figures align with the seasonal context of November, which includes darker evenings, Bonfire Night, and the post-Black Friday shopping period—factors that may influence both public safety and policing priorities. The area's violent crime rate (2.3 per 1,000) is 11% below the UK average, suggesting a broader trend of lower interpersonal crime compared to national benchmarks. However, public order offences (0.7 per 1,000) are 49% above the UK average, linked to the area's community events or localised social dynamics. The seasonal transition from autumn to winter may also play a role, with colder weather reducing outdoor activity and thus certain types of crime, while events like Bonfire Night could temporarily elevate disorder-related incidents. This combination of factors illustrates a combination of local demographics, geography, and seasonal rhythms that shape the area's crime profile.

The month-on-month trend for November 2025 reveals a 10.2% decrease in the overall crime rate, from 6.3 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a notable shift toward a safer environment. This decline was most pronounced in violent crimes, which fell by 28.9% (from 45 to 32), potentially reflecting the impact of seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and reduced social interaction. However, this reduction was offset by sharp increases in specific categories: drug-related crimes surged by 400% (from 1 to 5), shoplifting rose by 300% (from 1 to 4), and other theft doubled (from 3 to 6). These spikes may be linked to the post-Black Friday shopping period, which could have driven retail-focused crimes, or other localised pressures. Meanwhile, public order offences remained significantly higher than the UK average (49% above), suggesting a persistent challenge in managing disorderly conduct. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 53.3% (from 15 to 7), due to increased community engagement or policing efforts around seasonal events. For residents, the most immediate concern appears to be the rapid rise in drug-related crimes, which could indicate a need for targeted interventions or community awareness initiatives. This mix of trends highlights the dynamic nature of crime in the area, where seasonal and economic factors can drive divergent outcomes across different offence categories.

Comparing November 2025 to October 2025, the crime rate in South Normanton and Pinxton dropped by 10.2%, from 6.3 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents—a decline that positions the area as one of the safer places in the UK. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day over the month, a figure that may feel more manageable to residents given the relatively small population of 14,178. Monthly exposure to crime translates to one reported incident for every 177 residents, a ratio that, while not negligible, is well below the UK average when scaled to the area's size. This lower rate is consistent with the built-up area's rural character, where open spaces and lower population density may naturally reduce opportunities for certain crimes. However, the spike in drug-related offences raises questions about localised pressures that could require further attention. The comparison to the UK average also reveals stark contrasts: while the area's violent crime rate is 11% below the national average, public order offences are 49% higher, indicating a need for tailored strategies to address specific community challenges. For residents, these figures offer both reassurance and areas for concern, underscoring the importance of context when interpreting crime statistics.