Mansfield Woodhouse Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Mansfield Woodhouse recorded a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 15.5% below the UK average of 7.1. This rate translates to one reported crime for every 166 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms for local residents. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (42% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.3%) and criminal damage and arson (12.5%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up district within Mansfield, where social dynamics and community interactions may influence crime trends. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with limited outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributes to lower overall crime rates compared to busier periods. However, the proportion of anti-social behaviour (22.3%) and criminal damage (12.5%) remains higher than the UK average, suggesting localised factors such as community engagement or environmental conditions may play a role. The rate of violence and sexual offences (2.5 per 1,000) matches the UK average, indicating no significant deviation in this category. While the overall crime rate is relatively low, the distribution of crime types highlights areas for further attention, particularly in managing anti-social behaviour and property-related offences.

February 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 47.1% (17 to 25 cases) and drugs-related offences surging by 200% (1 to 3 cases). This sharp rise in drug-related activity may reflect seasonal or localised factors. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 83.3% (6 to 1 case), potentially linked to the pre-spring lull in retail activity and reduced foot traffic during colder weather. The category of 'other crime' also rose sharply by 150% (2 to 5 cases), indicating an emerging or underreported trend that warrants closer monitoring. While the overall rate of violence and sexual offences (2.5 per 1,000) matches the UK average, the rate of anti-social behaviour (1.4 per 1,000) is 33% above the national figure, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in community spaces. Vehicle crime fell by 33.3% (3 to 2 cases), which could be attributed to reduced vehicle movement during winter or improved local security measures. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Mansfield Woodhouse, where month-on-month changes reflect both broader seasonal trends and specific local challenges.

The crime rate in Mansfield Woodhouse for February 2024 rose by 10.8% compared to January, increasing from 5.5 to 6.0 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend, though modest, suggests a slight acceleration in reported incidents during the month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day in February, a figure that provides a tangible sense of frequency for local residents. Over the course of the month, this translated to one reported crime for every 166 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average but reflects the area’s relatively stable crime environment. When considering the population of 18,543, the 112 total crimes recorded correspond to a manageable level of risk for most individuals. However, the 33% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average (1.1 per 1,000) underscores a specific challenge in the built-up area, potentially linked to community density or local social patterns. These figures, when contextualised against the area’s demographics and geography, illustrate a crime profile that is generally safer than the UK average but requires continued attention to address emerging trends in certain categories.