Mansfield Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Mansfield's November 2024 crime rate of 9.0 per 1,000 residents places the area 18.4% above the UK average of 7.6, a discrepancy that reflects both local factors and broader regional trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 33.9% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.4%) and shoplifting (12.6%). This pattern aligns with the area's seasonal context: Black Friday shopping likely contributed to increased shoplifting, while the onset of dark evenings may have exacerbated anti-social behaviour and violent incidents. The prominence of violence and sexual offences, which are 20% above the UK average, may be influenced by the area's mix of urban and suburban environments, where concentrated populations and social dynamics can create conditions for such crimes. Conversely, vehicle crime remained lower than the UK average, with a rate of 0.3 per 1,000, reflecting reduced commuter activity or effective local policing strategies. The area's crime profile also shows a distinct focus on property-related offences, with property crimes making up 36% of all incidents, compared to 34.5% for violent crimes. This balance may be shaped by the presence of retail hubs and residential areas, which naturally attract different types of criminal activity. While the overall rate is higher than the national average, the specific distribution of crime types suggests a combination of local geography, demographics, and seasonal events that warrant further analysis.

November 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Bicycle theft surged by 140%, rising from 5 to 12 incidents, a sharp increase that may reflect increased outdoor activity during Bonfire Night events or changes in local cycling patterns. Burglary also rose by 40.9%, with 31 incidents reported, potentially linked to seasonal home security lapses. Conversely, robbery fell by 73.7% to 5 incidents, a drop that could be attributed to reduced foot traffic during late-night hours or heightened police presence around major events. Vehicle crime declined by 58%, from 69 to 29, due to fewer commuters on the roads during the month. Violence and sexual offences remained 20% above the UK average, with 345 cases reported. This category's prominence may be tied to the area's demographic mix and the impact of dark evenings on street safety, though no definitive causal link can be established from the data alone.

Mansfield's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 9.0 per 1,000 residents, an 8.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.9. This slight decline contrasts with the area's position 18.4% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent gap between local and national trends. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 34 crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with seasonal patterns, underscores the volume of incidents in a relatively small population of 113,138. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 111 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not extreme, remains a reminder of the need for vigilance. The population context adds nuance: with a mix of urban and suburban areas, crime distribution may reflect localized pressures such as retail activity or social dynamics that differ from the broader UK context. The decline from the previous month may partly reflect the end of Black Friday shopping sprees, which often drive shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, though the overall rate remains elevated compared to national benchmarks.