Newark and Sherwood Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

October 2025 saw Newark and Sherwood maintain a crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents, 10.4% below the UK average of 7.7. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.1% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.4%) and shoplifting (11.6%). The seasonal context of October—shorter days, the clocks going back, and Halloween—may have influenced patterns, particularly in public spaces. While violent crime remained the dominant category, property crimes collectively formed 44.8% of the total, suggesting ongoing challenges in retail and community areas. The area’s mix of urban and rural characteristics likely contributes to this balance, with higher foot traffic in town centres driving shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Public order offences fell 25% below the UK average, potentially reflecting local policing efforts or community engagement strategies. The relatively low burglary rate (0.2 per 1,000) contrasts with higher-than-average shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, indicating a need for targeted interventions in high-traffic zones. This month’s data underscores the importance of aligning crime prevention with seasonal rhythms and local demographics.

The most dramatic month-on-month change was a 166.7% increase in theft from the person, rising from 3 to 8 incidents. This surge, though still low in absolute terms, could signal heightened vulnerability during darker evenings or Halloween-related activity. Concurrently, possession of weapons rose 85.7% (7 to 13), a figure 43% above the UK average. Such increases may reflect unseasonal spikes in illicit activity or shifts in policing priorities. Meanwhile, drugs offences fell 16.7% (12 to 10), and other theft dropped by the same margin, linked to temporary disruptions in supply chains or community initiatives. The crime mix shifted slightly, with violent crime (32.1%) remaining dominant but property crimes (44.8%) now comprising a larger share than in previous months. Shoplifting (0.8 per 1,000) was 27% above the UK average, likely tied to the area’s retail presence. Conversely, vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) was 52% below the UK average, due to effective parking enforcement or lower exposure in residential zones. These contrasts highlight the need for nuanced strategies that address both persistent and emerging trends.

The crime rate in October 2025 (6.9 per 1,000) marked an 11.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.2, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 28 crimes per day, a figure that, while localised, provides context for residents assessing personal risk. Over the course of October, one reported crime occurred for every 145 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains lower than the UK average but shows a recent uptick. This statistic, when viewed alongside the population of 127,886, suggests that while the area is generally safer than the UK average, targeted hotspots—such as those driving shoplifting or anti-social behaviour—require closer attention. The previous month’s rate (6.2) was 10.7% below October’s figure, indicating a potential seasonal fluctuation. As the area transitions from autumn to winter, continued monitoring of trends like theft from the person and possession of weapons will be critical. The comparison to the UK average also underscores the importance of localised factors, such as community policing or economic conditions, in shaping Newark and Sherwood’s unique crime profile.