Rothwell Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Rothwell’s crime profile in November 2023, accounting for 50.8% of all reported crimes. This category, which stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, was 20% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a discrepancy that underscores the area’s unique challenges. The overall crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents marked a 20% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.5, highlighting Rothwell’s relatively safer environment. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 19.7% of total crimes, while vehicle crime made up 11.5% of the total. These figures, though lower than the UK average for shoplifting (64% below) and burglary (41% below), suggest a combination of local dynamics and national trends. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended dark evenings—likely influenced these patterns, with violent crime potentially spiking due to increased social interactions during festive events. However, the area’s lower-than-average rates for property crimes such as shoplifting and burglary may reflect the absence of high-footfall retail hubs or a more cohesive community policing approach. Rothwell’s crime picture, therefore, illustrates a balance between persistent local issues and broader national differences, with violence and sexual offences remaining the defining feature of its monthly crime profile.

November 2023 saw a dramatic 250% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 2 to 7 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 (40% above), highlights a sharp shift in crime patterns. Conversely, other theft fell by 83.3%, dropping from 6 to 1, a change that may reflect seasonal factors such as reduced retail activity during the holiday period. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 50.8% of all crimes, remained 20% above the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), a disparity that contrasts with lower-than-average rates for shoplifting (64% below UK levels) and burglary (41% below). The increase in drugs-related crimes (+100%) and other crime (+100%) suggests emerging trends that warrant closer attention, though these categories remain small in absolute terms. For residents, the 250% jump in vehicle crime may be particularly noteworthy, as it indicates a potential vulnerability in local security measures.

Rothwell's crime rate in November 2023 dropped 17.6% compared to the previous month, falling from 7.3 to 6.0 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in November, a month typically marked by seasonal shifts that may influence crime patterns. Locally, the monthly average translates to roughly two reported crimes per day, a figure that, while low, remains a tangible reminder of the need for community vigilance. Over the course of November, one crime occurred for every 167 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Rothwell below the UK average when scaled to its population. This statistic, though modest, reflects the area’s relative safety compared to national trends. The drop in anti-social behaviour (40% decrease) and criminal damage (25% decrease) may partly explain the overall decline, though local factors such as community initiatives or seasonal events like Bonfire Night could also play a role. The population context further underscores that Rothwell’s crime rate is not just a numerical figure but a reflection of lived experience for its residents.