Market Warsop Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Market Warsop's crime rate in January 2025 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, 33.8% below the UK average of 7.1. The area's crime profile was dominated by violent offences, which accounted for 47.2% of total incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.2%). The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours—likely contributed to the lower overall crime rate compared to busier months. However, the data reveals a concerning trend: the rate of violence and sexual offences, though below the UK average, remained consistent with the area's historical pattern of prioritising community safety measures. The built-up nature of Market Warsop, as part of Mansfield, means that even modest increases in crime are amplified by its relatively small population. The low rate of property crimes, particularly shoplifting (0.5 per 1,000) and burglary (0.1 per 1,000), which were both significantly below UK averages, suggests that local initiatives such as targeted policing in retail zones may be effective. Yet the 100% surge in shoplifting reported in January raises questions about whether temporary factors, such as post-holiday price fluctuations or changes in retail staffing, have created new vulnerabilities. This data underscores the need for ongoing vigilance, particularly in high-traffic areas where the combination of reduced footfall and increased shoplifting incidents may signal shifting criminal patterns.

January 2025 witnessed a stark 100% increase in shoplifting, with four incidents reported compared to none in December. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in other theft and burglary, highlights vulnerabilities in retail and residential areas. While violent crime remained the most prevalent category (47.2% of total crimes), its rate of 2.2 per 1,000 was 12% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Anti-social behaviour, however, exceeded the UK average by 12%, with eight incidents reported. The 50% decrease in criminal damage and arson from six to three incidents in January suggests a temporary dip in property-related offences, possibly linked to the post-holiday season's reduced foot traffic. Residents should remain vigilant in high-traffic retail zones, where the shoplifting increase may indicate targeted activity. The burglary rise, though limited to one incident, underscores the need for continued security awareness in residential areas.

Market Warsop's crime rate rose by 15.9% from 4.1 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents in January 2025, marking the first increase in the past year. While still 33.8% below the UK average of 7.1, the upward trend warrants attention. On a daily basis, one crime was reported per day in January, a figure that translates to a localised monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 211 residents. This statistic, though low by UK standards, reflects the built-up area's compact nature, where a smaller population base means even minor increases are more immediately noticeable. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the 36 total crimes were distributed across 7,605 residents, meaning the average resident faced a 0.06% chance of being directly involved in a crime during the month. This context helps frame the increase as a manageable but measurable shift rather than an alarming spike, particularly when compared to the UK's broader average.