Cotgrave Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cotgrave's crime rate in May 2023 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 42.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This performance reflects a combination of low overall incident numbers and a crime profile that diverges from national trends. Anti-social behaviour was the most prevalent category, accounting for 36.8% of all recorded crimes, a rate 28% higher than the UK average. Violence and sexual offences followed closely, with 12 incidents recorded, though this figure was 46% below the UK average. The area's relatively low levels of property crime—just 7 incidents compared to 12 violent crimes—suggests that Cotgrave's built-up character, likely shaped by residential and commercial land use, may contribute to a different balance of criminal activity compared to more densely populated urban centres. Seasonal factors in May, including bank holidays and extended daylight hours, may have influenced patterns of outdoor activity, affecting both anti-social behaviour and retail-related crimes. However, the sharp contrast between Cotgrave's performance and national averages highlights the importance of localised factors, such as community cohesion, policing strategies, and the specific socio-economic dynamics of this built-up area within Rushcliffe.

May 2023 saw a dramatic 100% increase in robbery, drugs, and 'other crime' categories, with each rising from zero to two incidents. This surge, while small in absolute terms, contrasts sharply with the 75% decline in shoplifting and 66.7% drop in other theft, suggesting shifting criminal priorities. Anti-social behaviour remained the most common crime, accounting for 36.8% of all incidents, a rate 28% above the UK average. Conversely, violence and sexual offences were 46% below the UK average, with 12 incidents recorded. The sharp rise in robbery cases may reflect seasonal factors, as longer evenings and bank holidays in May could have influenced outdoor activity and opportunities for such crimes. For residents, the 75% drop in shoplifting is a notable positive, indicating that retail premises may have seen improved security measures or reduced foot traffic during the month.

Cotgrave's crime rate in May 2023 dropped by 13.7% compared to April, falling from 5.3 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months, though the pace of reduction slowed relative to earlier in the year. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported per day in May, a figure that, while low, reflects the persistent presence of criminal activity in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 217 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to Cotgrave's population of 8,261. This monthly exposure rate, though modest, underscores the importance of community vigilance in maintaining local safety. When compared to the UK average, Cotgrave's overall crime rate remains lower, but the fluctuation in specific categories—such as the 100% rise in robbery—suggests that local conditions can still drive significant shifts in crime patterns.