Mansfield Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Mansfield's crime rate in November 2023 reached 10.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 37.3% above the UK average of 7.5. This figure highlights a persistent divergence from national trends, reflecting patterns that may be shaped by the area's demographic and geographic characteristics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 31.7% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.3%) and shoplifting (16.0%). These figures suggest a concentration of issues in public spaces and retail environments, which may be exacerbated by seasonal factors such as the darker evenings of November and the retail activity associated with Black Friday. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, yet Mansfield's rate of 3.3 per 1,000 indicates a 27% deficit compared to national norms. This discrepancy may be partially explained by the area's specific challenges, such as the density of commercial activity or the presence of high-traffic public spaces that could contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and violent incidents. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, the start of the holiday shopping season, and reduced daylight hours—may also play a role in influencing crime patterns, particularly in relation to shoplifting and public order offences. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the breakdown of crime types provides a more nuanced understanding of the local challenges, which can inform targeted community initiatives and policing strategies.

November 2023 saw notable fluctuations in crime rates, with theft from the person surging by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents) and other crime rising by 85% (from 20 to 37). These increases, though relatively small in absolute terms, suggest potential shifts in criminal activity that may warrant closer attention. Conversely, robbery incidents fell sharply by 70% (from 20 to 6), a decline that could reflect improved policing efforts or a reduction in high-risk activities during the month. Burglary also decreased by 30.8% (from 26 to 18), indicating the impact of seasonal factors such as the closure of some businesses or the reduced visibility of homes during darker evenings. The most significant divergence from UK averages was observed in anti-social behaviour, which was 81% higher than the national rate of 1.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast may be linked to the area's specific social dynamics, such as the density of residential populations or the presence of community spaces that could contribute to higher levels of disruptive activity. Shoplifting, at 1.6 per 1,000, was 191% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, a figure that could be attributed to the retail activity associated with Black Friday and the potential for increased foot traffic in commercial areas. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions, particularly in sectors where crime rates are elevated compared to national benchmarks.

The crime rate in Mansfield for November 2023 stood at 10.3 per 1,000 residents, a slight decrease of 4.8% compared to the previous month's rate of 10.8 per 1,000. This reduction, while modest, suggests some stabilization in the local crime profile. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 39 crimes per day, a figure that provides a concrete sense of the frequency of incidents within the community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 98 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the ongoing presence of crime in the area. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, Mansfield's crime rate remains higher than the UK average, with the local rate being 37.3% above the national figure. This disparity is particularly evident in categories such as violence and sexual offences, where the local rate is 27% above the UK average, and anti-social behaviour, which is 81% higher than the national rate. These statistics highlight the need for continued attention to local factors that may be driving these differences, such as the area's unique social and economic characteristics. While the overall crime rate has shown a slight decline from the previous month, the persistent elevation compared to national standards indicates that Mansfield continues to face challenges that require targeted solutions to address the underlying causes of these disparities.