North Wingfield and Holmewood Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

North Wingfield and Holmewood’s crime profile in January 2025 reveals a marked dominance of violent crimes over property-related incidents, a trend that contrasts with broader UK patterns. The area recorded 75 total crimes, yielding a rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents—7.0% above the UK average of 7.1. This discrepancy highlights the localised nature of crime in smaller built-up areas, where social dynamics and community interactions may amplify certain types of criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences constituted 42.7% of all crimes, a stark contrast to the UK average of 27% for the same category. This overrepresentation of violent crime may be influenced by seasonal factors, as January’s post-holiday period and shorter days often correlate with increased indoor activity and potential conflicts. Public order offences also surged, with a 139% increase compared to the UK average, suggesting heightened tensions in communal spaces or challenges in managing local events. Anti-social behaviour, though slightly above the UK average, remained a persistent concern, reflecting ongoing issues with nuisance-related incidents. Property crimes, while lower in proportion, included notable spikes in burglary and bicycle theft, which could be linked to specific vulnerabilities in residential or transport infrastructure. The seasonal context of January—characterised by reduced retail footfall and colder weather—may have inadvertently shifted the balance of crime from outdoor to indoor spaces, concentrating incidents in areas with higher population density or limited surveillance. These patterns underscore the need for targeted interventions that address both the immediate drivers of violent crime and the underlying socioeconomic factors that contribute to the area’s unique crime profile.

Violent crimes dominated the crime mix in January, accounting for 42.7% of all reported incidents—substantially higher than the UK average of 27% for the same category. This shift in balance may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic during post-holiday periods, which can alter crime dynamics in local areas. Burglary saw a 100% increase from the previous month, rising from zero to five incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, could indicate emerging vulnerabilities in residential security or targeted activity. Conversely, shoplifting and drugs-related crimes both declined, with shoplifting dropping by 71.4% (from seven to two incidents) and drugs-related offences falling by 50%. These decreases may align with seasonal patterns, as colder weather and shorter days reduce opportunities for outdoor-related crimes. For residents, the 139% increase in public order offences—rising from seven to 11 incidents—suggests a need for heightened awareness in communal spaces.

The crime rate for January 2025 in North Wingfield and Holmewood stood at 7.6 per 1,000 residents, a decrease of 8.6% from the previous month’s rate of 8.3 per 1,000. This decline suggests a slight reduction in overall criminal activity, though the area remains above the UK average. On a daily basis, the local figure shows approximately two crimes reported each day, a metric that helps residents contextualise the frequency of incidents in their immediate environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 132 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides a broader picture of risk exposure. This rate, while relatively low compared to larger urban centres, underscores the need for continued community vigilance and targeted policing efforts in areas where crime rates remain elevated relative to national benchmarks.