Rainworth Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Rainworth’s crime profile in May 2024 reveals a pronounced imbalance in the types of offences reported, with property crimes—particularly shoplifting—dominating the landscape. At 10.1 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall rate is 20.2% above the UK average of 8.4, a disparity that underscores the localised nature of the challenges faced. Shoplifting accounts for 35.3% of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000 (3.6 per 1,000 in Rainworth), a 462% increase. This dominance of property crime contrasts with the UK-wide trend, where violent crimes typically hold a larger share. The seasonal context of May—longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to the surge in shoplifting and public order offences. Violence and sexual offences, while still significant (29.4% of total crimes), remain only marginally above the UK average, suggesting that the area’s violent crime rate is not high. Other theft and public order crimes also show marked increases. The data illustrates a combination of local retail dynamics and seasonal activity patterns, with the town’s built-up character likely amplifying the impact of foot traffic on shoplifting rates. This mix of crime types illustrates an area where commercial spaces are under particular pressure, even as other categories, like anti-social behaviour, show notable declines. The overall picture is one of heightened property-related crime, driven by the specific rhythms of May, rather than a broader escalation in violence or disorder.

The most striking shift in May 2024 is the 1,400% increase in shoplifting, which now accounts for 35.3% of all crimes. This spike, from two to 30 incidents, far outpaces the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, with Rainworth’s rate at 3.6 per 1,000—462% higher. The property crime category (45 incidents) now outstrips violent crimes (25) for the first time in recent months, reflecting a shift in criminal focus. Violent crimes, however, remain slightly above the UK average (2.8 per 1,000), though by only 6%. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage fell sharply—by 64.3% and 33.3% respectively—suggesting a possible seasonal dip in disorderly conduct. Bicycle theft, though still low at two incidents, rose 100% from April, aligning with the UK average’s 0.1 per 1,000. For residents, the shoplifting surge highlights the need for vigilance in retail areas during May’s longer evenings.

Rainworth’s crime rate in May 2024 (10.1 per 1,000 residents) marks a 46.6% increase compared to April’s rate of 6.9 per 1,000. This surge is most visible in shoplifting, which rose from two to 30 incidents—a 1,400% jump. Daily crime figures reveal an average of three crimes per day in May, a stark contrast to the previous month’s lower frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 99 residents, highlighting the heightened exposure for the area’s 8,417 population. While property crimes (45) dominate the mix, violent crimes (25) also remain elevated. This shift contrasts with April’s crime profile, where anti-social behaviour and criminal damage were more prominent. The monthly exposure statistic provides a tangible measure of risk: residents faced a 1-in-99 chance of a reported crime occurring during May. This figure, while not directly comparable to UK-wide metrics, underscores the localised impact of the current crime trends.