Mansfield Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2024, Mansfield recorded 1,170 crimes across a population of 113,138, translating to a crime rate of 10.3 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 25.6% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent challenge for local authorities. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 28.3% of all reported incidents (331 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (24.3%, 284 cases) and shoplifting (11.6%, 136 cases). These patterns align with the area’s character as a mixed urban and semi-rural district, where public spaces and retail areas may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behavior and property crime. The seasonal context of August—typically a peak holiday month—could explain the elevated levels of shoplifting and anti-social behavior, as increased tourism and temporary population shifts may strain local resources. However, the rate of violent crime, while significant, does not deviate as sharply from the UK average as other categories, suggesting that the area’s broader social and economic factors may be more influential in shaping property-related offenses. The data also reveals a combination of local dynamics and national trends, with some crime types, like vehicle crime, remaining below the UK average by 11%. This contrast may reflect the area’s relatively lower density of vehicle-related infrastructure compared to larger urban centers. Overall, the August figures underscore the need for targeted strategies to address the most pressing crime types, particularly those that are high compared to national benchmarks.

August 2024 saw a notable 50% increase in theft from the person, rising from six to nine incidents. This sharp rise, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened foot traffic during the peak holiday season or changes in public behavior. Conversely, robbery incidents plummeted by 81.8%, dropping from 11 to 2, a trend that could indicate improved security measures or a shift in criminal activity toward less risky offenses. The category of possession of weapons also saw a significant decrease of 32.1%, from 28 to 19, though this remains 186% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, the most common crime type in August, was 74% above the UK average, a figure that may be linked to the area’s mix of urban and semi-rural environments, where social tensions can escalate during summer months. Shoplifting, at 136 incidents, was 69% above the UK average, a pattern consistent with the presence of retail hubs and tourist activity in the region.

Mansfield’s August 2024 crime rate of 10.3 per 1,000 residents marks a 10.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 11.6 per 1,000. This decline suggests a potential shift in local activity patterns, though seasonal factors like the end of summer holidays may play a role. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 38 crimes per day in August—a figure that, while consistent with recent trends, underscores the persistent need for community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 97 residents, reflecting a monthly exposure rate that is higher than the UK average. With a population of 113,138, this translates to a significant number of residents being affected by crime, even as the overall rate has fallen slightly from July. The reduction in robbery incidents—down 81.8% from July—may indicate improved policing or changes in criminal behavior, though further analysis is required to confirm this. These figures highlight the importance of maintaining targeted interventions, particularly in areas where anti-social behavior and shoplifting remain high compared to the UK average.