Mansfield Woodhouse Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Mansfield Woodhouse recorded a crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents in November 2023, placing it 13.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national trends, though the data reveals notable disparities within specific categories. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.7% of all crimes, a share that was 11% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the area’s demographic makeup or local policing strategies. Anti-social behaviour, however, dominated the breakdown with 24.8% of incidents, a rate 52% above the UK average—suggesting a persistent challenge in community engagement and conflict resolution. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday may have influenced patterns, with increased foot traffic and altered routines contributing to fluctuations in reported crimes. The presence of 'Other crime' at 208% above the UK average highlights a significant outlier, raising questions about the nature of these incidents and their classification. This category, which includes unclassified or diverse offences, may indicate gaps in reporting or the need for more detailed categorisation to address underlying issues. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, does not obscure the fact that certain types of crime remain high, requiring targeted interventions. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted slightly, with property-related offences comprising 24.8% of the total, compared to 34.7% for violent crimes. This mix may be influenced by the area’s built-up character, with retail and residential zones contributing to different crime dynamics. As November transitioned into winter, the darker evenings and reduced daylight hours may have impacted visibility and deterrence. Local stakeholders and residents may need to consider these seasonal and categorical insights when assessing community safety and planning future initiatives.

November 2023 saw three categories experiencing a 100% increase from the previous month: 'Other crime', 'Possession of weapons', and 'Burglary'. This surge in 'Other crime', which was 208% above the UK average, contrasts sharply with the 11% reduction in 'Violence and sexual offences'—a drop that may reflect the seasonal timing of Bonfire Night and Black Friday, which could have diverted attention from violent incidents. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, remained 52% above the UK average, a persistent issue that may be linked to the area’s social dynamics and local infrastructure. The 50% decrease in drug-related offences, from four to two incidents, suggests a temporary shift in activity, though this remains an isolated data point. For residents, the spike in 'Other crime'—a category encompassing diverse and often unclassified incidents—highlights the need for clarity in reporting and community engagement to address underlying causes.

Mansfield Woodhouse's crime rate in November 2023 rose by 6.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 6.2 to 6.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, aligns with broader seasonal trends observed in similar built-up areas during late autumn. Locally, the average daily crime count was approximately four incidents, reflecting a steady but not alarming pace of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 153 residents—a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the community. When viewed against the area’s population of 18,543, this monthly exposure highlights the relatively low frequency of crime compared to national benchmarks, despite the 6.2% increase. The absence of a dramatic spike in violent or property crime suggests that the rise in overall rates may be driven by specific categories, such as anti-social behaviour or unclassified 'other' offences, which warrant closer examination in future reports.