Cotgrave Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cotgrave's overall crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents in March 2023 places it 25% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a significant divergence that reflects local characteristics. This built-up area within Rushcliffe sees anti-social behaviour as its most prevalent crime, accounting for 38.3% of all recorded incidents—112% above the UK average for this category. Violence and sexual offences (23.4% of total crimes) fall 53% below the national average, suggesting a lower incidence of interpersonal violence compared to other regions. These patterns may partly explain the area's relatively low overall rate, as anti-social behaviour often occurs in public spaces where community engagement and local policing can exert influence. Seasonal factors also play a role: as March transitions to spring, longer evenings and the clocks changing may contribute to increased anti-social activity, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary (6.4% of total) and shoplifting (4.3%) remain below UK averages, aligning with Cotgrave's character as a quieter, more residential area with limited commercial activity compared to major urban centres. The crime profile illustrates a balance between local-specific issues and broader national trends, with the area's lower violent crime rates and distinct anti-social behaviour patterns marking it as a unique case within the UK's crime profile.

March 2023 saw anti-social behaviour dominate Cotgrave's crime picture, with 18 incidents (38.3% of total)—112% above the UK average. This category's elevated rate may reflect local social dynamics or policing focus in public spaces. Conversely, violence and sexual offences were 53% below the UK average, suggesting effective community measures or lower risk factors in this area. The crime mix also showed notable shifts: property crimes (including burglary and shoplifting) constituted 21.1% of total incidents, compared to 23.4% for violent crimes—a slight but measurable decrease in property crime relative to violent crime. This balance may be influenced by Cotgrave's built-up area status, where property crime is less concentrated than in more industrial or retail-focused regions. For residents, the 59% lower rate of shoplifting compared to the UK average offers a tangible benefit, linked to the area's lower retail density and community-oriented policing strategies. These findings highlight both the area's strengths in managing violent crime and the challenges posed by anti-social behaviour, which remains a focal point for local law enforcement.

Cotgrave's crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents in March 2023 translates to roughly 2 crimes reported per day, a figure that may feel more manageable to local residents compared to the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 176 residents—a monthly exposure rate that contrasts with the UK's higher frequency. This lower exposure, combined with the area's population of 8,261, suggests a more stable environment where crime is less concentrated than in larger urban centres. The daily crime count provides a practical lens: with 47 incidents spread across 31 days, the average resident faces a lower probability of direct involvement in crime compared to the national picture. This is particularly evident in categories like violence and sexual offences, where Cotgrave's rate is 53% below the UK average, and shoplifting, which is 59% lower. However, the elevated anti-social behaviour rate (112% above UK average) indicates a different challenge, one that may require targeted community engagement rather than traditional law enforcement approaches. These statistics illustrate an area where crime is less frequent but not entirely absent, with local-specific factors shaping the types of incidents most commonly recorded.