Southwell (Newark and Sherwood) Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

October 2025 marked a notable shift in Southwell's crime profile, with public order offences surging by 300% and shoplifting cases doubling from September. The area's overall crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents remains 39% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, underscoring its relatively low-risk environment. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of total incidents, significantly below the UK average for that category, while public order offences (14.8% of total) rose sharply to become the second-most common crime type. Seasonal factors likely contributed to these patterns, with darker evenings and Halloween-related activity potentially increasing public disorder incidents. The area's built-up nature within Newark and Sherwood may explain the relatively low burglary rate compared to other UK regions, though the 67% above UK average for burglary suggests vulnerabilities in specific locations. Shoplifting's 200% increase, while still below the UK average, hints at possible retail-specific pressures during the month. These trends, combined with the overall stability in violent crime rates, illustrate a community with generally low crime levels but occasional spikes in specific categories tied to local rhythms.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in public order offences, which surged by 300% from one incident in September to four in October. This jump, combined with a 200% increase in shoplifting cases, suggests a notable shift in local dynamics during the month. While violent crimes remained the largest category (33.3% of total incidents), they were 40% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Conversely, burglary rates rose 50% to three incidents, though this remained 67% above the UK average for that category. Anti-social behaviour, by contrast, fell sharply by 66.7%, declining from six to two cases. For residents, the sharp rise in public order offences may indicate increased disturbances during darker evenings or Halloween-related activity. The contrast between rising property crimes and falling anti-social behaviour highlights the combination of factors affecting local crime trends.

Southwell's crime rate in October 2025 rose 3.8% to 4.7 per 1,000 residents, up from 4.5 per 1,000 in September. This translates to roughly one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a local figure that reflects the area's population of 5,809. On a monthly scale, this means one crime occurred for every 215 residents — a statistic that contextualises the frequency of incidents in a way that aligns with the area's demographic density. While the overall rate remains 39% below the UK average, the increase in October highlights fluctuations in local patterns. The daily crime count, though low, serves as a reminder of the ongoing need for vigilance, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or seasonal events. The monthly exposure figure, when paired with the area's built-up character, suggests that while Southwell is generally safer than the UK average, targeted interventions may still be necessary during periods of heightened activity.