Rothwell Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Rothwell during September 2023 reveals a distinct profile shaped by the interplay of violent and anti-social incidents, which together accounted for over 68% of all reported crimes. With 34 cases of violence and sexual offences and 19 incidents of anti-social behaviour, the area's criminal landscape contrasts sharply with the UK average, where these categories contribute only 24% and 13% respectively. This imbalance may be influenced by Rothwell's built-up character and its proximity to educational institutions, which often coincide with heightened social activity during the autumn term. The overall crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents places Rothwell 5% below the UK average, a figure that belies the disproportionate prevalence of certain crime types. For instance, the area's rate of robbery is 300% above the UK average, while public order offences are 35% below—a divergence that may reflect local enforcement priorities or environmental factors. Seasonal considerations also play a role: as nights draw in and university freshers return, the mix of violent crimes and anti-social behaviour aligns with patterns observed in other urban centres during the transition from summer to autumn. However, the relatively low rates of property-related crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle crime—both 64% and 79% below the UK average—suggest that Rothwell's built-up area may benefit from effective community policing or environmental design that deters such offences. The data also highlights the need for further analysis into why certain categories, such as possession of weapons, are high, as this could indicate emerging trends or unmet policing needs.

September 2023 saw a dramatic 300% increase in robbery cases, rising from one to four incidents—a sharp spike that contrasts with the 83.3% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from six to one. This divergence in trends may indicate a shift in criminal focus from property-related offences to more direct confrontations, possibly influenced by the return of students and the associated changes in local activity patterns. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime type, rose to 19 incidents, contributing 24.7% of the total. This category's rate is 42% above the UK average, suggesting a localised issue that may be linked to the area's built-up nature and increased foot traffic during the academic term. Meanwhile, other crime categories such as possession of weapons and other theft also saw significant increases, with the former doubling from zero to one incident. These spikes, though small in absolute numbers, highlight areas where targeted interventions may be needed.

Rothwell's crime rate in September 2023 rose by 51% compared to the previous month, climbing from 5.0 to 7.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest in absolute terms, reflects a shift in crime patterns that may partly explain the heightened focus on violent and anti-social incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly three reported crimes each day—a figure that, while low, underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 132 residents, a metric that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. When compared to the UK average, Rothwell's overall rate remains 5% below, but the distribution of crime types reveals distinct local characteristics. For instance, the area's rate of violence and sexual offences is 24% higher than the UK average, suggesting a unique dynamic that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the return to school and university freshers' week, which often correlate with increased social interactions and potential conflicts.