Mansfield Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Mansfield's overall crime rate in January 2026 stood at 9.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure 42.6% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.7% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.2%) and shoplifting (9.7%). These rates place Mansfield significantly higher than the UK average for several categories, including violence (40% above), anti-social behaviour (83% above), and shoplifting (58% above). Seasonal context suggests that January's post-holiday period, combined with shorter days and reduced retail activity, may have influenced crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences, which are often linked to indoor spaces and social gatherings, could reflect the impact of colder weather and limited outdoor activities. Similarly, the rise in anti-social behaviour may be tied to the transition from the festive season, where community events and gatherings could have temporarily increased tensions. While property crimes like shoplifting remain a concern, the UK-wide comparison underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where local rates exceed national benchmarks.

Vehicle crime in Mansfield saw the most dramatic month-on-month increase, rising by 47.8% from 23 to 34 incidents. This surge, while still below the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, highlights a significant shift in local patterns. Concurrently, anti-social behaviour rose by 27.9%, reaching 188 cases, which is 83% above the UK average. This category's sharp increase may reflect seasonal factors, such as post-holiday gatherings or reduced retail footfall impacting community dynamics. Burglary also climbed by 36.4%, from 22 to 30 incidents, though it remains slightly above the UK average. In contrast, bicycle theft dropped by 33.3%, from six to four cases, a reduction that aligns with the post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours typical of January.

Mansfield's crime rate in January 2026 rose to 9.7 per 1,000 residents, a 9.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 8.8. This places the area 42.6% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 104 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents within a populated area. Daily crime statistics show 35 crimes reported each day, a figure that underscores the need for ongoing community engagement and policing strategies. While the overall rate has climbed, the population-scaled perspective reveals that Mansfield's residents face a higher-than-average risk compared to the UK as a whole, with specific categories like violence and anti-social behaviour contributing to this trend.