Balderton Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of Balderton's population — 14,905 residents — the 75 crimes reported in December 2023 equate to 5.0 crimes per 1,000 people, a figure that is 30.6% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This lower-than-average rate may reflect the area's character as a small built-up community within Newark and Sherwood, where social cohesion and limited commercial activity could contribute to reduced crime opportunities. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34.7% of all incidents (26 cases), though this category was 35% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 21.3% (16 cases), but this figure was 18% above the UK average, suggesting a localised challenge in managing community disturbances. Seasonal factors in December — including Christmas shopping, dark evenings, and holiday-related absences — may have influenced crime patterns, with some categories like shoplifting declining sharply while others, such as burglary, rose unexpectedly. The balance between property crimes (27 cases) and violent crimes (26 cases) indicates a relatively even distribution, though property crimes were less frequent than the UK average. This data suggests that while Balderton's overall crime environment is safer than the national average, targeted efforts may be needed to address specific categories like anti-social behaviour and burglary.

December 2023 saw a sharp 166.7% increase in burglary cases, rising from 3 to 8 incidents. This jump contrasts with an 84.6% decline in shoplifting, which fell from 13 to 2, likely reflecting reduced foot traffic during the Christmas shopping peak. Vehicle crime also doubled, with 3 incidents in November rising to 6 in December, possibly linked to increased vehicle movements during the festive period. Anti-social behaviour dropped by 48.4% to 16 cases, a trend consistent with the season's focus on community gatherings. Violence and sexual offences remained 35% below the UK average, despite the month's party season. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 53.8%, a decrease that may align with holiday-related property management practices. These shifts underscore the combination of seasonal rhythms and local crime patterns.

Balderton's December 2023 crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents marks a 32.5% decline from November's 7.5 per 1,000, reflecting a significant shift in local crime dynamics. Over the course of the month, 75 crimes were reported — equivalent to one incident for every 199 residents. This monthly exposure provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, though it remains far below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, Balderton saw approximately 2 crimes reported each day, a figure that aligns with the area's small population and relatively low overall crime rate. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Balderton's crime rate is 30.6% below the UK average, suggesting a combination of local factors such as community engagement, infrastructure, and seasonal patterns that may contribute to this discrepancy. While the decrease is notable, the month's seasonal context — including dark evenings and holiday-related activity — may have influenced both the types and frequencies of reported crimes.