North Wingfield and Holmewood Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in North Wingfield and Holmewood during December 2023, accounting for 36.8% of all reported crimes and surpassing the UK average by 34%. With a total crime rate of 9.6 per 1,000 residents—33.3% above the national average of 7.2—the area faces a pressing challenge in addressing violent crime. The seasonal context of December, marked by dark evenings, holiday shopping, and festive gatherings, likely contributes to the elevated rates. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.5 per 1,000, reflect patterns often seen in built-up areas with limited community engagement or support networks. The second-highest category, criminal damage and arson (2.0 per 1,000), is 257% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces, where vandalism is more prevalent during periods of reduced oversight. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.0 per 1,000, further complicates the picture, with its 8% above-average rate underscoring the need for targeted interventions. These trends are consistent with the characteristics of a built-up area within a larger urban context, where social cohesion and resource allocation play critical roles in shaping crime outcomes.

December 2023 brought stark contrasts in crime trends. Drug-related offences saw a 300% month-on-month increase, jumping from 1 to 4 incidents—a sharp rise that may reflect seasonal factors such as holiday gatherings or disrupted routines. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson surged by 185.7%, rising from 7 to 20 cases, a figure that significantly outpaces the UK average by 257%. This spike could be linked to festive decorations or increased property neglect during the holiday season. In contrast, violence and sexual offences fell by 30%, dropping from 50 to 35 incidents, a decline that may be attributed to reduced alcohol-related incidents or increased community patrols. Vehicle crime also decreased by 25%, though the area’s rate remains 33% below the UK average, a trend influenced by lower traffic volumes during the festive period. These shifts highlight the combination of seasonal, environmental, and social factors shaping local crime patterns.

The crime rate in North Wingfield and Holmewood rose by 10.6% in December 2023 compared to 8.7 per 1,000 in the previous month. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in local patterns. On average, 3 crimes were reported per day over the 31-day period, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in the area. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure rate—1 reported crime for every 104 residents—provides a tangible measure of risk for local residents. This figure, while not alarming in absolute terms, highlights the need for continued vigilance. The population context further illustrates that crime is not evenly distributed: in a community of 9,880 people, the impact of each incident is amplified by the relatively small population size. The contrast with the UK average, where the rate is 7.2 per 1,000, reinforces the area’s unique challenges, particularly in violent crime categories that exceed national benchmarks by significant margins.