Forest Town Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

June 2024 saw Forest Town record a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 42.7% below the UK average of 8.2. While the overall rate remains significantly lower than national figures, a sharp rise in certain categories demands attention. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 43.3% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 23.1%. These figures align with patterns typically observed in built-up areas during the summer months, when increased foot traffic and social activity may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of the summer period and longer daylight hours—likely influences these trends, as outdoor spaces become more active and events draw larger crowds. The rate of violence in Forest Town is 28% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors such as community policing initiatives or demographic characteristics may play a role in mitigating severe offences. However, the sharp increase in 'other theft' and the doubling of burglary cases highlight vulnerabilities that require targeted attention. The area's urban character, combined with its position within Mansfield, may explain the prevalence of property-related crimes, though the overall crime rate remains well below national benchmarks. As the summer progresses, residents should remain vigilant, particularly in high-traffic areas and during evening hours when crime rates often rise.

June 2024 brought troubling increases in specific crime categories, with 'other theft' surging by 133.3%—from six to 14 incidents. This jump, which exceeds the UK average for the category by 3%, suggests potential gaps in security measures or opportunities for opportunistic criminals. Burglary also doubled from one to two cases, a 100% increase that, while small in absolute terms, indicates a concerning trend. The emergence of a possession of weapons offence—up 100% from zero to one case—adds a layer of public safety concern that warrants monitoring. In contrast, shoplifting plummeted by 69.6% to seven cases, a stark decline from 23 in May, possibly reflecting improved retail security measures or seasonal shifts in consumer behaviour. The crime mix in Forest Town remains heavily weighted towards violent and anti-social offences, which constitute 66.4% of all reported crimes. This contrasts with the UK average, where violent crime accounts for 28% of the total. While this disparity may reflect local policing priorities or demographic factors, the sharp rise in property-related thefts highlights a growing imbalance. Residents should be particularly aware of the 133.3% increase in 'other theft', which includes unclassified thefts and could encompass items left unattended in public spaces or vehicles. The local police have not provided specific guidance on this category, but residents are advised to maintain vigilance in areas with high transient populations.

June 2024 marked a 20.7% decline in Forest Town's crime rate compared to May, falling from 5.9 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This downward trend, however, does not fully offset the sharp increases in specific categories observed this month. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly three crimes per day in June—a figure that, while modest, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents during peak hours. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 213 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains well below the UK average for similar-sized built-up areas. With a population of 22,202, the local context suggests that crime is distributed across a relatively compact urban environment, where policing resources may be more effectively deployed. The 42.7% gap between Forest Town's rate and the UK average underscores the area's relative safety, though this must be balanced against the recent spikes in specific offence types. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that Forest Town's violent crime rate is 28% below national levels, a difference that may be attributed to the town's smaller size and lower levels of social deprivation. However, the 133.3% increase in 'other theft' and the doubling of burglary cases highlight vulnerabilities that require targeted intervention. Residents should consider these local fluctuations when assessing personal risk, as national averages may not fully capture the nuances of crime patterns in Forest Town.