Newark and Sherwood Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Newark and Sherwood during September 2025 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, shaped by the area’s demographic and seasonal dynamics. With a crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents—16.2% below the UK average—Newark and Sherwood’s profile contrasts with national trends, particularly in the dominance of violent crimes over property crimes. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.5% of all recorded crimes, a figure significantly higher than the UK average of 22% for this category. This overrepresentation may be linked to the area’s urban centres, such as Newark-on-Trent, where social interactions and nightlife activity are more concentrated. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 18.7% of total crimes, a rate consistent with the UK average. However, the presence of criminal damage and arson at 10.8%—32% above the UK average—suggests a higher prevalence of property-related disputes or environmental factors in the area. Seasonal context plays a pivotal role: September, with its back-to-school and university freshers’ week, likely amplifies anti-social behaviour and alcohol-related incidents. Meanwhile, the lower incidence of vehicle crime (50% below the UK average) and burglary (29% below) may reflect the area’s suburban layout and lower density of car-centric spaces compared to larger urban centres. These patterns underscore the interplay between local geography, seasonal activity, and the nature of crimes recorded, offering a nuanced picture of Newark and Sherwood’s crime profile in the final month of summer.

September 2025 saw distinct shifts in crime patterns, with a 21.1% increase in 'other crime' and an 11.8% rise in shoplifting, suggesting emerging challenges in unclassified offences and retail security. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 64.7%, a decline likely linked to the return of students to educational institutions, reducing opportunities for such crimes. The category of 'other crime' stood out as 150% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 22% deficit in violence and sexual offences, which were 2.0 per 1,000 compared to the UK’s 2.6. This divergence highlights the area’s unique challenges, with anti-social behaviour remaining at the UK average despite its relatively high proportion (18.7%) of total crimes. For residents, the sharp drop in bicycle theft offers a tangible example of how seasonal transitions and community dynamics can influence local crime trends, illustrating the importance of targeted policing and community engagement during academic term starts.

Newark and Sherwood's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 20.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.8. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed during the transition from summer to autumn, a period typically associated with reduced outdoor activity and fewer seasonal events. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 26 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 788 incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 162 residents, a ratio that underscores the relative safety of the area compared to the UK average. When scaled to the population of 127,886, this monthly exposure translates to a manageable frequency for most residents. However, the drop in the overall rate does not uniformly apply across all crime categories. For instance, the sharp 64.7% decrease in bicycle theft may reflect the start of the academic year, with fewer bikes left unattended in public spaces. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, influenced by both seasonal and community-specific factors.