Newark and Sherwood Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Newark and Sherwood’s crime profile in December 2025 reveals a nuanced interplay between property and violent crime. While property crimes (288) narrowly outpaced violent crimes (276), the overall rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents was 14.3% below the UK average of 7.0. This suggests that local factors—such as community policing strategies or demographic characteristics—may be contributing to the area’s relatively low crime rate. Violence and sexual offences (276, 35.8% of total) remained the most prevalent category, followed by anti-social behaviour (106, 13.8%). These figures align with the seasonal context of December, which typically sees increased retail activity, darker evenings, and the temporary absence of residents during the holiday period. The higher incidence of violence compared to the UK average may be partially explained by the area’s mix of urban and rural settings, where high streets and community hubs could create environments conducive to certain types of offences. However, the rate of anti-social behaviour was also 14% below the UK average, indicating that local initiatives or environmental factors may be mitigating some of these issues. The relatively low levels of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.2 per 1,000) further highlight the area’s distinct crime profile, which appears to diverge from broader UK trends in ways that warrant closer examination. This month’s data underscores the importance of contextual analysis, as seasonal rhythms and local geography likely shape the patterns observed.

December 2025 marked a stark contrast in crime trends, with drugs-related offences surging by 185.7% (from 7 to 20) and bicycle theft rising by 33.3% (from 3 to 4). These increases may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased social gatherings and the visibility of bikes during festive lighting. Conversely, robbery dropped sharply by 81.8% (from 11 to 2), likely reflecting reduced opportunities during the holiday period when homes are unoccupied. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 35.8% (from 165 to 106), potentially due to heightened community vigilance or temporary shifts in activity patterns. The balance between property and violent crime was notable: although property crimes (288) slightly outnumbered violent crimes (276), the rate of violent offences—2.2 per 1,000—was 14% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy may indicate that local efforts to address violence have had a measurable impact, even as property crime rates remain relatively stable.

Newark and Sherwood’s crime rate in December 2025 fell to 6.0 per 1,000 residents, a 16.1% decrease from the previous month’s 7.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as darker evenings and holiday-related absences may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 25 reported crimes per day, a figure that reflects both the overall rate and the local population of 127,886. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 166 residents, illustrating the relative safety compared to other areas. While this monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, the local context—such as the presence of community-focused policing initiatives and seasonal factors—may contribute to this trend. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that the crime rate remains below the UK average, suggesting that local efforts or environmental factors may be playing a role in maintaining this level.