Newark and Sherwood Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2024, Newark and Sherwood recorded a crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents, 7.4% below the UK average of 8.1. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (263 incidents, 27.5% of total), anti-social behaviour (179, 18.7%), and shoplifting (131, 13.7%). These figures align with the area's character as a mixed urban-rural district with a significant retail presence and community hubs. The seasonal context of October—shorter days, Halloween, and the transition from autumn to winter—may contribute to increased anti-social behaviour and property crimes, though the lower-than-average violent crime rate suggests effective local policing or community engagement. Violence and sexual offences, while remaining the largest category, were 21% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the area's relatively stable social environment. Shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, however, exceeded UK averages by 39% and 9% respectively, highlighting areas for targeted intervention. The overall rate, though rising from September, remains within a range consistent with the area's historical trends and demographic profile.

The most dramatic month-on-month change was a 200% increase in theft from the person, rising from 3 to 9 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with a 14% decline in other theft, which fell from 57 to 49. The shift in crime mix shows a 27.5% share of violent crimes, slightly above property crimes (26.3%), indicating a potential seasonal influence on public safety. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.1 per 1,000, were 21% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour rose 138.7% to 179 incidents—18.7% of total crimes. This surge may reflect increased social activity during darker evenings. Residents may find the 21% UK average gap in violent crimes reassuring, but the spike in theft from the person warrants attention, particularly around Halloween.

Newark and Sherwood's crime rate in October 2024 rose 23.4% compared to September, climbing from 6.1 to 7.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, remains 7.4% below the UK average of 8.1. Daily crime figures show an average of 31 reported incidents per day, a number that may reflect seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween-related activity. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 134 residents—a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the area's population of 127,886. While this rate is higher than September, it remains lower than the UK average when considering the local population density and infrastructure. The shift in crime patterns suggests a need to monitor trends closely, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or community events.