Southwell Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Southwell (Newark and Sherwood), 1.9 crimes were reported in April 2023—a rate 74.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This low figure reflects a stable, low-density built-up area where crime opportunities are limited by factors such as sparse population density and seasonal rhythms. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 27.3% of total incidents, though this category saw a significant drop from March. Anti-social behaviour (18.2%) and criminal damage and arson (18.2%) followed, with both rates remaining well below the UK average. The seasonal context of April—Easter holidays, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—likely influenced patterns, as lower foot traffic during school breaks may have reduced opportunities for certain crimes. However, the rise in criminal damage and shoplifting suggests that specific local factors, such as property maintenance or retail activity, may contribute to these shifts. While the overall crime rate remains exceptionally low, the 131% increase in ‘Other crime’ compared to the UK average highlights the need for further analysis of unclassified incidents. Residents should consider that, despite the low per-capita rate, occasional incidents remain possible, particularly in areas with transient populations or during events that draw external visitors.

April 2023 saw a marked 57.1% decrease in violence and sexual offences, falling from seven to three incidents. This decline may be linked to the Easter holiday, when reduced public activity and school closures typically lower opportunities for such crimes. Conversely, criminal damage and arson rose by 100%, from one to two incidents, potentially reflecting seasonal property maintenance or increased outdoor activity. Shoplifting also doubled, with one reported case—though still far below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. The category ‘Other crime’ was 131% above the UK average, suggesting a need for closer examination of unclassified incidents. Residents may find the 0 crimes per day figure reassuring, but the 1-in-528 monthly exposure underscores that occasional incidents remain possible, particularly in areas with transient populations or public events.

In April 2023, Southwell’s crime rate dropped to 1.9 per 1,000 residents, a 45.1% decrease from March’s 3.4 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the Easter holiday period, when reduced foot traffic and outdoor activity may contribute to lower crime opportunities. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly zero crimes per day, highlighting the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 528 residents, a figure that contextualises the low risk for individuals living or working here. When scaled to the population of 5,809, this monthly exposure remains exceptionally low compared to the UK average, which sees 7.5 crimes per 1,000 residents. The combination of seasonal factors and local demographics—such as a stable, low-density population—likely explains this sustained safety. Residents should note that while daily crime is negligible, the monthly aggregate still reflects the potential for occasional incidents, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or public events.