Mansfield Woodhouse Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, Mansfield Woodhouse recorded a crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents, 14.3% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure reflects a relatively stable environment compared to the national trend. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (30.1% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (27.6%) and criminal damage and arson (11.4%). This balance between property and violent crime suggests a combination of factors, with anti-social behaviour and violence dominating over theft-related offences. Seasonal context may play a role, as October’s darker evenings and Halloween events could contribute to increased anti-social incidents and public order challenges. The rate of violence and sexual offences (2.0 per 1,000) was 25% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 43% higher. This contrast highlights the area’s unique character, influenced by local demographics or community dynamics. The relatively low levels of vehicle crime and burglary (both 52% and 67% below UK averages) may reflect the area’s urban layout, with fewer isolated properties or car-centric spaces. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson (+55.6% month-on-month) raises questions about underlying tensions. Overall, the data illustrates a mixed picture, with some categories aligning closely with national trends and others deviating significantly, warranting closer attention to local factors.

October 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour surging by 54.5% (22 to 34 incidents) and criminal damage and arson rising by 55.6% (9 to 14). These increases may be linked to October’s seasonal dynamics, such as Halloween events or darker evenings extending social activity into the night. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 11.9% (from 42 to 37), potentially reflecting improved policing efforts or community interventions. The balance between property and violent crime remains tight, with 36 property crimes and 37 violent crimes reported, though property-related offences like shoplifting (0.6 per 1,000) were 5% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, however, stood out as 43% above the UK rate, suggesting a need for targeted strategies in public spaces. Residents might find the 14.3% reduction in overall crime rate compared to the UK average reassuring, though the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson indicates areas requiring further scrutiny. This mix of trends underscores the importance of context-specific analysis, as local factors such as community engagement or environmental design likely play a role in shaping these outcomes.

Compared to September 2025, Mansfield Woodhouse’s crime rate increased by 11.8% (from 5.9 to 6.6 per 1,000), marking the first monthly rise in the year. This shift translates to roughly 4 crimes per day in October, a figure that, while modest, may feel more pronounced in a smaller community of 18,543 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 151 residents, a monthly exposure rate that aligns with the area’s generally low crime profile. However, this aggregate statistic masks significant variations across categories. For instance, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson both exceeded UK averages, indicating potential pressures in public spaces or property-related disputes. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the area is safer than the national average, certain challenges—such as the 43% spike in anti-social behaviour—require tailored responses. The previous month’s lower rate (5.9) suggests that October’s increase may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the transition to shorter days or Halloween-related activities. This comparison highlights the need to contextualise crime statistics within both local and national benchmarks, ensuring that policy and community efforts remain appropriately calibrated to emerging trends.