South Normanton and Pinxton Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 marked a combination of stability and volatility in South Normanton and Pinxton’s crime profile. The area’s overall crime rate stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 10.9% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This figure, though modest, reflects a persistent trend of lower-than-average crime rates in this built-up area within Bolsover, a region historically characterized by its industrial legacy and rural surroundings. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45.7% of all incidents, a category that remains 12% above the UK average. Shoplifting and anti-social behaviour followed closely, each contributing nearly 10% to the total crime count. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with limited outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have influenced patterns, with some categories like vehicle crime and other theft seeing declines. However, the sharp rise in public order offences suggests that indoor spaces and community hubs may have become focal points for disputes or disruptions. The area’s relatively low crime rate compared to the UK average may be partly attributable to its smaller population and the absence of major urban infrastructure, though local factors such as community engagement and policing strategies could also play a role.

Public order offences experienced the most dramatic month-on-month change, surging by 200% from two incidents in January to six in February. This sharp increase may partly explain the shift in crime mix, with public order offences now accounting for 7.4% of total crimes—up from negligible levels in the prior month. Meanwhile, drugs-related offences also doubled, rising from zero to five incidents, a category that is 74% above the UK average. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 50%, declining from two to one incident, likely reflecting reduced commuter traffic during winter months. Other theft offences also dropped by half, from six to three, aligning with seasonal patterns of lower outdoor activity. The area’s violent crime rate remains 12% above the UK average, with 37 incidents reported—highlighting persistent challenges in addressing violence and sexual offences, which accounted for nearly half of all crimes recorded.

February 2026 saw a 5.2% increase in the area’s crime rate compared to January, rising from 5.4 to 5.7 per 1,000 residents. This modest uptick contrasts with the broader trend of seasonal lulls typically observed in winter months, though local factors may have influenced the shift. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of three crimes per day in February, a figure that aligns with historical patterns of low outdoor activity and reduced foot traffic during colder months. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 175 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains below the UK average when scaled to population size. This suggests that while the area is not immune to fluctuations, its overall crime profile remains relatively stable compared to national benchmarks. The 1-in-175 ratio, though seemingly high, reflects the small population base and the concentration of incidents in specific categories like violence and public order, which may be influenced by local social dynamics.