Rainworth Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with 8,417 residents, 38 crimes in January 2024 equate to one reported crime for every 222 residents. This totals to 4.5 crimes per 1,000 people, placing Rainworth 39.2% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. The most significant contributors to this month’s crime tally were anti-social behaviour (31.6% of total), violence and sexual offences (21.1%), and criminal damage and arson (15.8%). These figures align with January’s seasonal context: a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may partly explain the lower-than-usual outdoor crime rates. Anti-social behaviour, however, saw a sharp rise, potentially linked to community tensions during colder months or increased indoor congregation in shared spaces. The town’s crime profile contrasts with national trends, particularly in violent crime, where Rainworth’s rate is 62% below the UK average. This discrepancy may reflect Rainworth’s relatively compact built-up area, where social cohesion and community policing efforts could contribute to lower violent incident rates. Seasonal factors also appear to influence property crime patterns, with vehicle crime and other theft categories both below the UK average, suggesting fewer opportunities for such offences during January’s reduced economic activity.

January 2024 saw a 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 6 to 12 incidents—a stark contrast to the 50% decrease in 'other crime' (from 2 to 1). This shift highlights a growing concern for public order, with anti-social behaviour now accounting for 31.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour in Rainworth is 41% above the UK average (1.4 vs 1.0 per 1,000), suggesting a unique local dynamic. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 33.3% compared to December, from 12 to 8, bringing Rainworth’s rate to 1.0 per 1,000—62% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This decline may reflect seasonal factors, with colder weather and shorter days potentially reducing opportunities for such crimes. Bicycle theft and shoplifting both doubled from zero to one incident each, though shoplifting remains 82% below the UK average (0.1 vs 0.6 per 1,000). These spikes, while concerning, are isolated cases rather than emerging trends. The overall property crime rate (14 incidents) remains below the UK average, with vehicle crime and other theft both underperforming nationally by 20% and 30% respectively. Residents may find it useful to note that violent crime in Rainworth is significantly lower than the UK average, though anti-social behaviour requires closer attention.

Rainworth’s crime rate rose by 11.6% from December’s 4.0 to January’s 4.5 per 1,000, despite the month’s generally lower crime potential. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly one crime per day in the built-up area—a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s compact size and community density. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for every 222 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. This statistic underscores Rainworth’s position as one of the safer built-up areas in the country, though the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour suggests local challenges that may require targeted interventions. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, for every 1,000 residents, Rainworth experiences 4.5 crimes compared to 7.4 nationally—a difference that, when applied to the entire population, translates to 24 fewer crimes than the UK average for this month. This comparative advantage is most pronounced in violent crime, where Rainworth’s rate is 62% below the UK average. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour highlights a need for ongoing community engagement to maintain this safety record.