Newark and Sherwood Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Newark and Sherwood's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 6.9 per 1,000, placing it 10.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.1% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.4%) and shoplifting (11.6%). These figures reflect a mix of local characteristics and seasonal influences, with October's shorter days and Halloween-related activities likely contributing to increased anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. The area's violent crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000 is 17% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the district's generally lower levels of violent crime compared to major urban centres. Shoplifting, however, showed a 27% above-average rate, which may be linked to the presence of retail hubs in the area. The seasonal context of October—marked by the clocks going back and the approach of Halloween—adds a layer of complexity to the crime picture, with darker evenings potentially increasing opportunities for certain types of offences. While the overall crime rate remains below the national average, the sharp rise in theft from the person and possession of weapons highlights areas requiring closer attention. These trends, when viewed alongside the broader picture of lower violent crime and stable property crime rates, suggest a nuanced interplay between local demographics, geography, and seasonal factors that shape the area's crime profile.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in theft from the person, which rose 166.7% (3 to 8 incidents). This spike, though small in absolute terms, underscores a potential seasonal vulnerability linked to Halloween and darker evenings. Possession of weapons also increased by 85.7% (7 to 13), a rise that may reflect localised factors such as increased alcohol consumption during the month. Public order offences grew by 39.5% (38 to 53), aligning with the seasonal context of autumn events and shorter daylight hours. Violence and sexual offences remained 17% below the UK average at 2.2 per 1,000, consistent with the area's generally lower violent crime profile. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped 52% below the UK average, a trend that may reflect the district's lower density of high-traffic areas compared to urban centres.

Newark and Sherwood's crime rate in October 2025 rose 11.7% compared to September's 6.2 per 1,000, reflecting a local uptick in specific categories. On average, 28 crimes were reported daily during the month, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of October, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 145 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure rate. This statistic provides a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime within the area. While the overall rate remains 10.4% below the UK average, the month-on-month increase suggests a shift in local dynamics. The population of 127,886 means that the absolute number of crimes (880) translates to a relatively low per capita impact, but the rise in certain categories warrants attention. The comparison with the previous month highlights the need for ongoing monitoring of trends that may reflect seasonal or situational factors.