Mansfield Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Mansfield’s November 2025 crime rate of 8.7 per 1,000 residents places it 19.2% above the UK average of 7.3, a disparity that underscores the area’s distinct crime profile. This rate, which reflects a mix of urban and suburban characteristics, is driven by violence and sexual offences (33.4% of all crimes), anti-social behaviour (17.9%), and shoplifting (9.9%). These figures align with seasonal dynamics, as November’s dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night may contribute to increased anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. The prominence of violence and sexual offences—2.9 per 1,000, 13% above the UK average—suggests challenges in addressing community safety, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or limited lighting. Shoplifting, at 0.9 per 1,000, also exceeds the UK average by 43%, potentially linked to Black Friday shopping activity. Meanwhile, property crimes (321 incidents) account for 32.7% of total crimes, a proportion consistent with the area’s retail presence. The data highlights a combination of local factors, including the town’s role as a regional hub with mixed urban and suburban environments, which may influence crime patterns differently than purely rural or metropolitan areas.

November 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Bicycle theft surged by 133.3%, rising from 3 to 7 incidents, a sharp increase likely linked to darker evenings and increased cycling during the month. Possession of weapons also rose by 66.7%, from 9 to 15 cases, a trend that may reflect heightened tensions in certain areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 15.0%, dropping from 207 to 176 incidents, possibly influenced by reduced outdoor activity during colder weather. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, decreased by 8.9% (from 360 to 328), though they remain 13% above the UK average at 2.9 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.6 per 1,000, is 51% above the UK rate, a stark contrast to other categories like vehicle crime, which fell 50% below the national average. These shifts illustrate the uneven nature of crime patterns, with some categories aligning with seasonal trends while others deviate from expected norms.

Mansfield's November 2025 crime rate of 8.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 3.8% decrease from the previous month’s 9.0 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend. This monthly figure translates to roughly 33 crimes reported each day, a local metric that highlights the pace of activity within the district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 115 residents, a ratio that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the area’s population of 113,138. While this monthly exposure is consistent with prior months, the rate remains 19.2% above the UK average, underscoring a persistent gap between Mansfield and national trends. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a slightly higher risk of crime compared to the UK as a whole, though the month-on-month decline suggests potential stabilisation. This contrast with the UK average may reflect local factors such as the town’s mix of urban and suburban areas, where higher foot traffic in retail zones and public spaces could contribute to elevated rates of anti-social behaviour and property crime.