Rothwell Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Rothwell’s August 2023 crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents places it 38.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a significant divergence that warrants attention. The area’s crime profile is shaped by a mix of violent and property offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 37.3% of total crimes. This category alone is 28% below the UK average, suggesting a lower prevalence of serious incidents compared to national trends. Anti-social behaviour contributes 19.6% of reported crimes, a rate 31% below the UK average, potentially reflecting community dynamics or local enforcement efforts. Vehicle crime, at 0.6 per 1,000, is the only category in Rothwell that exceeds the UK average by 22%, indicating a possible link to local traffic patterns or vehicle density. Seasonal factors, such as August being a peak holiday month, may influence crime trends through increased tourism and the temporary absence of residents. The data illustrates a combination of local conditions and national averages, with Rothwell’s relatively low crime rate highlighting the effectiveness of existing measures in mitigating incidents. However, the slight rise in vehicle crime and the sharp increases in shoplifting and robbery suggest areas for further scrutiny. These trends, while minor, could be influenced by transient populations or changes in local retail activity. Overall, Rothwell’s crime picture remains distinct from the UK average, with a focus on maintaining the current low levels of violent and anti-social crime.

August 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns within Rothwell. Shoplifting and robbery each increased by 100%, marking a stark rise from zero to one incident for both categories. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened activity during the peak holiday season. Conversely, other theft decreased by 80%, and public order offences dropped by 60%, potentially linked to seasonal changes in community behaviour. Violence and sexual offences fell by 26.9%, a decline that aligns with the UK average for this category being 28% lower than the national rate. The breakdown also reveals that vehicle crime in Rothwell (0.6 per 1,000) is 22% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may be attributed to local infrastructure or traffic patterns. For residents, the daily crime count of two incidents remains a tangible benchmark for understanding local safety.

Rothwell’s crime rate in August 2023 stood at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, a 17.7% decrease from the previous month’s 6.1 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as safer than the UK average, which remains at 8.1 per 1,000. Daily crime figures reveal an average of two reported incidents per day in Rothwell, a statistic that may offer reassurance to local residents. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for roughly every 199 residents over the course of August. This ratio, while contextually low, invites reflection on how local factors—such as community engagement or seasonal activity—may influence crime patterns. The population-scaled perspective underscores that Rothwell’s crime profile remains significantly below the national average, suggesting a combination of effective policing and environmental factors that contribute to its relatively secure environment.