Edwinstowe Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Edwinstowe’s December 2023 crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents places it 69.4% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s consistently low levels of criminal activity. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.3% of reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (25.0%) and other theft (16.7%). This distribution aligns with the characteristics of a small built-up area, where interpersonal conflicts and minor disputes may dominate over more complex or large-scale crimes. The seasonal context of December — marked by Christmas shopping, extended hours at some businesses, and the presence of transient visitors — likely contributes to the modest levels of property-related crime, though this is further tempered by the area’s sparse population and limited commercial density. The low rate of violent crime may also be linked to the reduced number of public spaces and the absence of high-footfall areas typically associated with urban centres. However, the relatively high proportion of anti-social behaviour (25.0%) suggests that localised tensions or community-specific factors could play a role. While the overall picture remains reassuring, the seasonal shift in activity patterns — including the closure of some premises and the temporary displacement of residents — may influence crime dynamics in ways that require continued scrutiny.

The most striking change in December 2023 was the 100% increase in 'Other crime', with one incident reported — a category that includes unclassified or low-frequency offences. This rise, while small in absolute terms, contrasts with the broader trend of declining crime. Violent crimes fell by 55.6% compared to November, with four incidents reported in December (down from nine), likely reflecting the seasonal reduction in public gatherings and the impact of holiday-related closures. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 50%, from six to three incidents, consistent with the lower foot traffic and extended hours of some retail outlets during the festive period. While the area remains well below the UK average for most categories, 'Other crime' is the only type where Edwinstowe exceeds the national rate by 67%, though this is based on a single incident. Residents should be aware of this outlier, as it may indicate a shift in criminal activity patterns that requires further monitoring.

Edwinstowe's December 2023 crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents marks a 45.5% decrease from the previous month’s 4.1 per 1,000. This drop aligns with the typical seasonal pattern of reduced public activity during winter holidays, though the area remains exceptionally safe compared to national averages. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of 0 crimes reported per day in December, a figure that underscores the low baseline of criminal activity in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 448 residents — a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than most UK locations. This statistic, when contextualised against Edwinstowe’s population of 5,377, illustrates that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is minimal for most residents. However, the rise in ‘Other crime’ — which increased by 100% from zero to one incident — introduces a new variable that warrants attention, particularly as it diverges from the otherwise consistent trend of declining crime rates.