Cotgrave Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Cotgrave during April 2024 reveals a distinct mix of incidents that diverges from national trends. With a total crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 10.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This lower-than-average rate is accompanied by a pronounced imbalance in crime types, where anti-social behaviour (35.1% of total crimes) and criminal damage and arson (22.8%) dominate, both significantly exceeding UK averages. Violence and sexual offences, while still a notable category (26.3% of total crimes), are 30% below the national rate. This pattern suggests a focus on disorder and property-related issues rather than personal violence. Seasonal factors may play a role, as April's Easter period and spring weather typically correlate with increased outdoor activity, potentially contributing to higher anti-social behaviour and property crime. The relatively low rates of robbery, other theft, and public order offences, which are all below UK averages, indicate a community with lower levels of personal crime. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson—up 225% from March—raises questions about local vulnerabilities, tied to environmental or social factors. These trends highlight a need for targeted interventions to address the specific challenges posed by anti-social behaviour and property damage, while maintaining the area's relatively strong performance in reducing violent crime.

April 2024 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+185.7%), criminal damage and arson (+225.0%), and drug-related incidents (+100.0%). These spikes contrast with a 16.7% drop in violence and sexual offences and a 33.3% decrease in other theft. Anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 35% of total crimes, is 97% above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. Similarly, criminal damage and arson are 171% above the UK rate, suggesting localised issues that may be linked to community dynamics or environmental factors. Conversely, violence and sexual offences are 30% below the UK average, and other theft is 64% below. These disparities highlight a crime mix skewed towards property and disorder-related incidents rather than personal violence. For residents, the 225% increase in criminal damage and arson is a specific concern, indicating potential vulnerabilities in local infrastructure or community engagement.

Cotgrave's crime rate in April 2024 rose to 6.9 per 1,000 residents, a 62.7% increase from 4.2 per 1,000 in March. This shift reflects a notable uptick in reported incidents, though the area still maintains a 10.4% lower rate than the UK average. Locally, this translates to roughly two crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that provides context for daily community safety. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 145 residents, highlighting the monthly exposure rate. While this statistic does not account for daily fluctuations, it offers a snapshot of how frequently residents might encounter crime within their community. The population of 8,261 residents further contextualises these numbers, showing that the crime rate remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks. However, the increase from March suggests a potential seasonal or situational factor influencing crime patterns in the area.