Newark-on-Trent Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, Newark-on-Trent saw 399 crimes reported across a population of 28,348, translating to a crime rate of 14.1 per 1,000 residents — 93.2% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This places the area among the highest in the country for crime density, though the nature of incidents reflects local patterns. Violence and sexual offences (98 cases) accounted for 24.6% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (75 cases, 18.8%) and shoplifting (72 cases, 18.1%). These figures align with seasonal factors: Black Friday shopping likely drove retail theft, while dark evenings may have contributed to anti-social incidents. The area’s crime profile suggests a mix of urban and commuter influences, with high foot traffic in retail zones and potential vulnerabilities in residential areas. Violent crime rates (3.5 per 1,000) are 36% above the UK average, consistent with the presence of public spaces and nightlife activity. However, drug-related crimes (0.1 per 1,000) are 63% below the UK average, indicating lower prevalence in this category. The combination of seasonal pressures and local demographics appears to shape these outcomes.

November 2025 marked sharp increases in burglary (+233.3%, from 6 to 20), robbery (+133.3%, from 3 to 7), and vehicle crime (+55.6%, from 9 to 14), all of which suggest heightened vulnerability in residential and parked vehicle areas. These spikes may correlate with Bonfire Night events or post-Christmas shopping periods, though the exact timing of these increases requires further analysis. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 83.3% (from 6 to 1), possibly reflecting increased security measures or seasonal inactivity in cycling. Anti-social behaviour (75 cases) and shoplifting (72 cases) remained high compared to the UK average — 155% and 297% above, respectively — underscoring the need for targeted interventions in retail and public spaces. The area’s violent crime rate (3.5 per 1,000) is 36% above the UK average, while drug-related crimes (0.1 per 1,000) are 63% below, highlighting stark contrasts in crime types. For residents, the 297% disparity in shoplifting rates offers a concrete example of how local factors can amplify national trends.

Compared to October 2025, when the crime rate stood at 12.7 per 1,000, November 2025 saw a 10.9% increase, driven by spikes in burglary, robbery, and vehicle crime. This upward trend is notable given the area’s population size: 13 crimes were reported daily on average, equating to roughly one crime for every 71 residents over the course of the month. While this figure is a local metric and cannot be directly compared to UK-wide averages, it provides context for residents assessing risk. The 14.1 per 1,000 rate is significantly higher than the UK average, yet the breakdown of crime types reveals localized patterns — for instance, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting far outpace national figures. This suggests that Newark-on-Trent’s unique mix of retail activity, commuter traffic, and public spaces may contribute to these disparities. The daily crime count (13 per day) and monthly exposure (1-in-71 residents) offer tangible benchmarks for understanding crime frequency in the area, even as the overall rate remains well above national levels.