Rainworth Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Rainworth during December 2023, 4 crimes were reported—44.4% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This rate translates to a 1-in-248 chance of experiencing a crime over the course of the month, reflecting a relatively low-risk environment compared to national trends. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.7%) and criminal damage and arson (11.8%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal conflicts and property-related incidents, which may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the Christmas shopping peak and shorter daylight hours. The area’s crime profile appears consistent with a small built-up area where community cohesion and local policing likely contribute to lower rates. However, the seasonal context—dark evenings, holiday-related activity, and potentially empty homes—may have created conditions where certain crimes, like violence and anti-social behaviour, are more likely to occur. Despite this, the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, indicating that Rainworth’s residents face a markedly lower risk of crime compared to the national picture. The absence of major spikes in property crimes, such as burglary or vehicle crime, further supports the idea of a stable, low-crime environment, though the 100% increase in vehicle crime from zero to two incidents in December deserves closer attention.

December 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with vehicle crime and drug-related offences each doubling from zero to two incidents—a 100% increase. This spike may be linked to the holiday season, where increased vehicle movement and temporary changes in local demographics could have contributed. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 25%, and criminal damage and arson fell by 33.3%, reflecting reduced public activity during the festive period or improved community interventions. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category, remained 47% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, suggesting that local factors—such as community policing or social cohesion—continue to mitigate more severe crimes. The sharp rise in drug-related offences, however, is an anomaly requiring further analysis, as this category was exactly at the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. For residents, the 100% increase in vehicle crime serves as a specific data point to consider when securing vehicles during the holiday season. The overall balance between property and violent crimes also shifted slightly, with violent crimes making up 35.3% of the total—slightly higher than property crimes (29.4%), though both remain well below UK averages for their respective categories.

The crime rate in Rainworth remained stable compared to the previous month, with no change in the overall rate of 4.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly one crime reported per day in the built-up area, a figure that, while low, highlights the need for vigilance during peak times. Over the course of December, one reported crime occurred for every 248 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to national trends. This statistic underscores the relatively safe environment in Rainworth, where the population of 8,417 residents experienced a crime rate that is 44.4% below the UK average. The stability in the crime rate compared to November suggests that local initiatives, such as community engagement or seasonal policing efforts, may have maintained the existing low levels of crime. However, the population-scaled perspective reveals that even small fluctuations can have meaningful impacts on individual risk. For example, the doubling of vehicle crime incidents, though numerically minor, represents a 100% increase in a category that typically sees minimal activity. This illustrates how even small changes in crime can be significant in a small community, emphasizing the importance of targeted prevention strategies. The comparison with the UK average further reinforces that Rainworth’s residents face a markedly lower risk of crime than the national average, though localized factors must continue to be monitored to sustain this trend.