Edwinstowe Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2024, Edwinstowe recorded a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 42.9% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects the area's unique characteristics as a built-up rural district within Newark and Sherwood. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (34.6% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (30.8%). These patterns align with the area's seasonal dynamics, as July typically sees increased foot traffic due to tourism and local festivals. The low crime rate may be partly attributable to Edwinstowe's relatively small population and limited commercial infrastructure compared to larger urban centres. However, the presence of anti-social behaviour at a rate 3% above the UK average suggests localized pressures that require attention. Violent crime, though below the national average, remains a focal point for local policing efforts. The seasonal context of July—marked by school holidays, festivals, and outdoor events—likely influences crime patterns, with increased public spaces potentially contributing to both anti-social behaviour and property-related incidents. These factors illustrate the complex relationship between environmental conditions and criminal activity in a small built-up area.

July 2024 marked a significant shift in crime patterns, with shoplifting, burglary, and drug-related incidents each seeing 100% month-on-month increases. This surge in specific categories contrasts with the area's generally low crime profile. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 34.6% of total incidents, though this rate was 40% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, while slightly above the UK average by 3%, represented the second-largest share of crimes reported. The spike in drug-related incidents, which rose from zero to two cases, raises questions about local factors that may have contributed to this change. For residents, the 100% increase in shoplifting—a category that typically aligns with retail activity—suggests a possible link to summer tourism or seasonal spending patterns. These findings highlight the need to monitor specific crime types that show dramatic fluctuations.

Edwinstowe's crime rate in July 2024 rose 23.8% compared to June 2024, increasing from 3.9 to 4.8 per 1,000 residents. This shift places the area within the UK's lower quartile for overall crime rates. On a daily basis, 26 crimes reported over 31 days equate to roughly one incident per day—a figure that, while low, reflects the area's small population. Monthly exposure calculations show that over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for approximately every 207 residents. This ratio, when contextualised against Edwinstowe's population of 5,377, illustrates that the majority of residents remain unaffected by crime on a daily basis. The population-scaled perspective highlights the area's relatively low crime density, even as specific categories like drug-related incidents show marked increases. These statistics suggest that while crime remains a concern, its impact is concentrated rather than widespread.