Mansfield Woodhouse Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Mansfield Woodhouse’s crime rate in May 2024 was 6.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 20.2% below the UK average of 8.4. This figure reflects a mix of persistent and emerging trends shaped by the area’s character as a built-up district within Mansfield, where retail and community hubs intersect with residential zones. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 32.3% of all crimes, a share that aligns with the presence of local amenities and social spaces. Anti-social behaviour followed closely (23.4% of crimes), likely influenced by the area’s density and the seasonal dynamics of longer evenings in May, which often see increased outdoor activity. Shoplifting (8.9% of crimes) remained a concern.6 per 1,000 was 6% below the UK average, potentially indicating effective local policing or retail deterrents. The seasonal context of May—bank holidays and extended daylight hours—may have contributed to fluctuations in crime patterns, with outdoor drinking and socialising likely amplifying incidents of violence and public order offences. However, the overall decline from April’s 7.3 per 1,000 suggests a broader trend of reduced criminal activity, linked to improved community engagement or environmental factors. While direct causation, the interplay between local geography, seasonal rhythms, and policing efforts appears to shape the area’s crime profile in nuanced ways.

May 2024 saw sharp contrasts in crime trends, with vehicle crime surging by 200% (from 2 to 6 incidents) and robbery doubling (from 0 to 1). This spike in vehicle-related offences may reflect increased car usage during longer evenings or seasonal events. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 45% (from 20 to 11), a decline consistent with the area’s retail profile—local shops may have adjusted security measures or seen reduced foot traffic. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category (32.3% of all crimes), though they were 23% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, while still a significant concern (23.4% of crimes), was 10% above the UK average, suggesting localised pressures in public spaces. The rise in possession of weapons (+100%) highlights a niche but notable shift, though this remains a small proportion of total crimes (1.6% of the total). These fluctuations underscore the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas where vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour intersect.

Mansfield Woodhouse’s crime rate in May 2024 fell by 8.1% compared to April, declining from 7.3 to 6.7 per 1,000 residents. This marks a continued downward trend, with the area now 20.2% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the local figure of four crimes per day provides a tangible snapshot of the pace of incidents, though this does not account for variations in population density or reporting patterns elsewhere in the UK. Over the course of May, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 150 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the frequency of incidents relative to the population. With a total population of 18,543, this suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime in any given month, though the localised nature of certain crimes—such as shoplifting near retail hubs or anti-social behaviour in public spaces—may create pockets of heightened concern. The drop in burglary and shoplifting compared to April, alongside the rise in vehicle crime, reflects shifting patterns that could be linked to seasonal factors or changes in community activity.