Southwell Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Southwell (Newark and Sherwood) during September 2023 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, shaped by the area's character as a low-density built-up zone. With a total crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents—52.5% below the UK average—the area continues to demonstrate a marked safety advantage over the national average. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences (5 incidents, 22.7% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (4 incidents, 18.2%) and shoplifting (3 incidents, 13.6%). This mix suggests a combination of factors: the presence of community spaces that may foster anti-social behaviour, and retail environments that contribute to shoplifting. The seasonal context of September—back to school and university freshers' week—may have influenced the rise in personal crimes, particularly theft from the person, which saw a 100% increase from zero to one incident. However, the overall pattern remains consistent with the area's low-density nature, where property crimes are less frequent but personal crimes can be more visible. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, yet Southwell's rate is 67% below this, indicating a strong performance in this category. Similarly, anti-social behaviour in the area is 48% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or social cohesion. The only category exceeding the UK average was bicycle theft, which was 200% higher than the national rate. This could reflect local factors such as cycling infrastructure or seasonal activity, though the low overall crime rate suggests this does not significantly impact the area's safety profile. The interplay between these crime types and the area's demographics—likely a mix of residential and small commercial zones—illustrates a community where crime prevention efforts may be particularly effective, despite occasional spikes in specific categories.

September saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with theft from the person, bicycle theft, and public order offences each doubling from zero to one or two incidents. This increase may partly explain the area's unique position on the UK crime map, where bicycle theft is 200% above the national average. Conversely, other theft and criminal damage and arson both declined by two-thirds and 50% respectively, suggesting a seasonal reduction in property-related crimes. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted: while violent crimes (5 incidents) accounted for 22.7% of total offences, property crimes (11 incidents) dominated at 50%. This mix aligns with the area's character as a low-density built-up zone, where personal crimes may be more visible but property crimes remain relatively rare. Residents may find the 200% disparity in bicycle theft particularly relevant, given the area's potential for cycling infrastructure and seasonal factors like freshers' week.

Southwell's crime rate in September 2023 remained stable at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, reflecting a low-frequency pattern typical of smaller built-up areas. When scaled to the population of 5,809, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 264 residents. This figure underscores the relatively low risk profile compared to larger urban centres, where higher population densities often correlate with more frequent incidents. The stability in crime rates, combined with the low daily and monthly exposure metrics, reinforces the area's position as one of the safer regions within the UK, particularly when considering the 52.5% deficit relative to the national average.