Borrowash Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Borrowash’s crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 residents in November 2024 places it 67.1% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting a safer environment compared to national trends. This built-up area within Erewash, likely characterised by a mix of residential and commercial zones, saw violence and sexual offences account for 44.4% of all crimes, followed by public order offences (22.2%) and burglary (16.7%). The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended evening darkness—may have influenced patterns, though the overall low crime rate suggests effective community safety measures or a lower density of high-risk environments. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.1 per 1,000, were 57% below the UK average, potentially reflecting a combination of local policing strategies and the area’s demographic profile. Public order offences, however, exceeded the UK average by 18%, linked to increased foot traffic during shopping events or the impact of darker evenings on community interactions. These figures illustrate a nuanced picture where specific categories deviate from national norms, requiring context-specific analysis to understand underlying factors.

November 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime categories, with burglary increasing by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and public order offences doubling (from 2 to 4). Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), and violence and sexual offences decreased by 38.5% (from 13 to 8). These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. For instance, the sharp rise in burglary may reflect heightened vulnerability during the holiday season, though the low absolute numbers (3 incidents) remain well below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Meanwhile, the 57% UK average deficit in violence and sexual offences could indicate a lower prevalence of high-risk environments or more effective community engagement. Public order offences, however, exceeded the UK average by 18%, linked to increased social activity during Black Friday or Bonfire Night events. Residents may find the 1.1 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences—significantly below the UK average—particularly reassuring, though the public order increase warrants local scrutiny.

Borrowash’s November 2024 crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 represents a 52.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.3 per 1,000, illustrating a marked decline in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, may appear higher in context of the area’s population of 7,207 residents. Monthly exposure analysis reveals that one reported crime occurred for every 400 residents over the course of November, a ratio that underscores the relatively low risk environment. When compared to the UK average, Borrowash’s overall safety profile is starkly different, with crime rates remaining consistently lower. This contrast may be attributed to factors such as the area’s built-up character within Erewash, which may facilitate better community policing or lower population density compared to more densely populated urban centres. The 52.6% month-on-month decline suggests potential effectiveness of recent initiatives, though the absence of specific data on interventions means any conclusions remain speculative. For residents, the 1-in-400 monthly exposure rate provides a tangible measure of risk, reinforcing the area’s status as a comparatively safe place to live.