Castle Donington Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,464 residents, 28 crimes were recorded in Castle Donington during March 2023, translating to a crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 people. This figure is 56.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, reflecting a significantly safer environment compared to the national picture. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (12 incidents, 42.9% of total), followed by public order offences (4 incidents, 14.3%) and criminal damage and arson (2 incidents, 7.1%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up district within a rural region, where community-focused policing and local engagement may contribute to lower overall crime rates. The seasonal transition to spring, with longer evenings and the clocks changing, may have influenced public order incidents. The rate of violence and sexual offences is 49% below the UK average, suggesting local factors such as effective community initiatives or demographic characteristics (e.g. lower youth population density) may play a role. Conversely, the category of 'other crime' is 33% above the UK average, indicating a minor but specific area of concern that warrants further analysis. The overall crime profile illustrates a balance between low-volume violent crime and relatively stable property-related offences, with the latter contributing 25% of the total (7 incidents). This suggests that while the area remains relatively safe, targeted efforts to address the 'other crime' category could further enhance local safety.

March 2023 saw a marked dominance of violent crime in Castle Donington, with 12 incidents (42.9% of total) compared to 7 property-related offences. This shift in crime mix contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 49% of all reported crimes, meaning Castle Donington’s rate is 49% below the national figure. The category of 'other crime' stands out as the only type exceeding the UK average by 33%, a figure that may relate to local-specific issues not captured in broader national trends. Meanwhile, public order offences (4 incidents) are 22% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, a statistic that could reflect the area’s relatively low levels of anti-social behaviour or effective policing in high-traffic zones. For residents, the most immediate insight is the low incidence of vehicle crime (2 incidents, 58% below the UK average), which may be attributed to the area’s limited commuter traffic or secure parking infrastructure. The data also shows that anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) is 81% below the UK average, a figure that may be linked to the built-up area’s community-oriented environment and local engagement strategies. These findings highlight both strengths and areas for attention in Castle Donington’s crime profile.

In March 2023, Castle Donington recorded 28 crimes over 31 days, equating to roughly one crime per day. This daily frequency is lower than the typical patterns seen in larger urban centres but aligns with the area’s built-up nature within a rural district. On a monthly basis, the 28 crimes represent one reported incident for every 302 residents, a figure that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime compared to the UK average. For context, the UK’s overall crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 means that, on average, one resident in every 132 faces a reported crime annually. In Castle Donington, the 3.3 per 1,000 rate means the equivalent of one resident in every 302 experiences a crime in a single month, a stark contrast to the national statistic. This disparity may be influenced by the area’s smaller population, lower density, and potential community-based crime prevention efforts. The monthly exposure figure is particularly relevant for residents, as it illustrates that the likelihood of experiencing a crime in Castle Donington is significantly lower than in many other parts of the country. While the data does not provide a direct comparison to previous months, the consistency of low crime rates suggests that local conditions—such as effective policing, community cohesion, or the area’s rural-urban balance—may be sustaining this trend.