North Wingfield and Holmewood Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of North Wingfield and Holmewood in October 2023 reveals a distinct emphasis on violence and anti-social behaviour, shaping the area’s monthly landscape. With a total crime rate of 8.6 per 1,000 residents—7.5% above the UK average—the area’s criminal activity is dominated by violence and sexual offences (41.2% of all crimes) and anti-social behaviour (20.0%). These figures contrast with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 30% of all crimes, highlighting a local concentration of interpersonal conflict. The seasonal context of October—shorter evenings, colder weather, and the proximity of Halloween—likely contributes to the rise in drug-related crimes and anti-social behaviour, as social interactions shift indoors and community spaces become more concentrated. The high proportion of violence-related crimes (3.5 per 1,000) suggests a need for targeted interventions in areas where interpersonal disputes are frequent, possibly linked to the built-up nature of the area and its mix of residential and commercial zones. Meanwhile, the significant gap between local and national rates for anti-social behaviour (33% above UK average) may indicate a unique challenge in managing community cohesion or addressing underlying socioeconomic factors. The relatively low rate of burglary (0.1 per 1,000, 71% below UK average) contrasts with the higher incidence of property-related crimes like other theft (1.0 per 1,000, 61% above UK average), suggesting that theft from individuals or unsecured premises is a more pressing concern than break-ins. This mix of crime types illustrates an area where community-based policing and targeted prevention strategies could have a measurable impact, particularly in addressing the spikes in drug-related and anti-social behaviour that align with seasonal patterns.

October saw sharp increases in drug-related crimes (+200%), other theft (+150%), and other crime (+100%) compared to September, reflecting a significant shift in the crime mix. These rises contrast with declines in public order offences (-40%) and criminal damage (-20%), suggesting a reallocation of criminal activity rather than an overall surge. Violence and sexual offences. from September’s 38 incidents, remain 30% above the UK average at 3.5 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, which contributed 20% of all crimes, is also 33% above the UK average. For residents, the 30% gap between local and national rates for violence-related crimes highlights a persistent local challenge. The surge in drug-related offences, now 50% above the UK average, may be influenced by seasonal factors such as Halloween gatherings or increased indoor activity during darker evenings. The disproportionate rise in other theft—61% above the UK average—could signal targeted criminal activity in commercial or residential areas, linked to the area’s retail or community infrastructure.

The crime rate for October 2023 (8.6 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 2.4% decrease compared to September’s rate of 8.8 per 1,000, indicating a slight downward trend. Locally, this equates to approximately three crimes reported per day—a figure that, while consistent with previous months, highlights the persistent presence of crime in daily life. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 116 residents, underscoring the frequency of incidents within a relatively small population of 9,880. When scaled to the area’s population, this rate places North Wingfield and Holmewood slightly above the UK average, though the month-on-month decline suggests potential stabilisation. The daily crime count, while not directly comparable to national figures, offers residents a tangible sense of the local rhythm of incidents, particularly during October’s shorter evenings and seasonal events like Halloween. The population size amplifies the impact of even minor fluctuations in crime rates, making community awareness and local policing efforts critical in addressing ongoing challenges.