Rainworth Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Rainworth’s crime rate in January 2026 reached 10.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 54.4% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This figure, calculated for a built-up area within Newark and Sherwood, reflects a community of 8,417 people grappling with a high volume of violent crime. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 65.9% of all reported crimes, with 58 incidents recorded—a rate of 6.9 per 1,000, 176% above the national average. Anti-social behaviour followed at 11.4%, with 10 cases reported, and criminal damage and arson at 6.8%, highlighting a pattern of property-related and disruptive incidents. Seasonal factors may have played a role, as January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter days, which could contribute to fewer outdoor crimes but higher indoor tensions. The dominance of violent crime, however, suggests deeper societal or environmental pressures. This built-up area, likely characterized by a mix of residential and commercial zones, may face challenges such as concentrated populations in smaller spaces, limited public safety resources, or unmet social needs. The data aligns with patterns seen in similar urbanised rural areas, where community cohesion and access to services can influence crime dynamics. While the UK average includes a broader mix of urban and rural areas, Rainworth’s specific context—influenced by local demographics or infrastructure—creates a distinct profile that warrants closer analysis.

January 2026 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with three categories experiencing 100% increases compared to December 2025: other theft, public order offences, and possession of weapons. These jumps—from 1 to 2 incidents in other theft, 0 to 4 in public order, and 0 to 1 in weapon possession—suggest potential spikes in local tensions or unmet community needs. Conversely, criminal damage and arson decreased by 14.3%, a drop that may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during shorter days. The breakdown reveals a stark contrast between Rainworth and the UK average: violence and sexual offences in the area were 176% higher than the national rate, while drugs and other theft were lower. This imbalance indicates that the area’s crime profile is shaped by unique pressures, with violent crime dominating the landscape. For residents, the 65.9% share of violent crimes—compared to 11.4% for anti-social behaviour—highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

In January 2026, Rainworth recorded a crime rate of 10.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 69.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.2 per 1,000. This surge translates to an average of 3 crimes reported each day in the built-up area, a figure that, while local, highlights the need for ongoing vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 96 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of 8,417 people. When scaled to the population, this rate is 54.4% above the UK average, a gap that suggests local factors—such as seasonal patterns or specific community dynamics—may be influencing crime trends. The daily crime count, though modest in absolute terms, reflects a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety, particularly when considering the relatively small population size. This context is crucial for residents and local authorities seeking to address underlying issues without overgeneralizing the data.