The question of how Blidworth's crime rate compares to similar villages is a valid one for anyone considering living in or visiting the area. Based on available data, Blidworth, a Built-Up Area (BUA) in Newark and Sherwood, has a crime rate of 104.1 incidents per 1,000 residents. This figure is higher than the United Kingdom's average crime rate, which stands at 91.6 per 1,000.
To provide a more nuanced understanding, let's examine Blidworth's crime rate in relation to its immediate neighbours. Rainworth has a crime rate of 78.5 per 1,000, still below Blidworth's but closer than other comparisons. Ravenshead boasts a significantly lower crime rate of 26.4 per 1,000, demonstrating a considerably safer environment. Harlow Wood reports a remarkably low crime rate of 0.0 per 1,000, suggesting an exceptionally safe area. Finally, Farnsfield’s rate sits at 51.1 per 1,000, lower than Blidworth but above the UK average.
It's important to note that these figures represent reported crimes and may not fully capture the extent of criminal activity. Blidworth's safety score is 78 out of 100, which is slightly below the UK average of 79. This suggests that while the area isn’t inherently unsafe, there may be factors contributing to the higher crime rate when compared to the national picture. The range of crime rates amongst the nearby areas highlights the variability in safety levels across the region. It is worth noting that the meaning of 'similar' is subjective and depends on factors like population density, demographics and socioeconomic conditions, which aren’t fully represented in this data. Further investigation into the types of crimes reported in Blidworth could provide a more complete picture of the situation.