Cotgrave Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour dominated Cotgrave's August 2024 crime profile, accounting for 48.7% of all reported incidents and 53% above the UK average for this category. The area's overall crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents placed it 45.1% below the UK average of 8.2, reflecting a pattern of relatively low violent and property crime compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.0 per 1,000, were 63% below the UK average, while criminal damage and arson (0.6 per 1,000) fell 3% below the national rate. This suggests a community where property-related crimes are less frequent than in many other parts of the UK, but anti-social behaviour remains a persistent local issue. Seasonal factors likely play a role in August's statistics, as the month coincides with increased tourism and holiday activity in the area. These patterns align with Cotgrave's character as a smaller built-up area within Rushcliffe, where public spaces may see higher foot traffic during peak holiday periods, potentially contributing to anti-social incidents. The low burglary rate (0.1 per 1,000) contrasts with the UK average of 0.3, reflecting effective local security measures or the area's demographic profile. However, the spike in anti-social behaviour highlights a specific challenge for local authorities to address during summer months.

August 2024 saw a 38.5% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 13 to 18 incidents—a category that was 53% above the UK average. This surge occurred alongside steep declines in other categories, including an 83.3% drop in public order offences (from 6 to 1) and a 66.7% reduction in burglary (from 3 to 1). The shift in crime mix suggests a marked focus on disorder-related incidents during the month, with violent crime decreasing by 57.9% (from 19 to 8) and property crime remaining low. Cotgrave's burglary rate was 69% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 53% above average for anti-social behaviour. For residents, the 38.5% rise in anti-social behaviour provides a concrete data point to consider when assessing local safety during peak holiday periods. The month-on-month changes also highlight a broader trend: while violent and property crimes declined, disorder-related incidents rose sharply, indicating a possible reallocation of criminal activity towards non-violent but disruptive behaviours. This pattern may be influenced by seasonal factors such as increased visitor numbers or changes in community activity during August.

Cotgrave's August 2024 crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents marked a 35.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.9, reflecting a significant downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 1 reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that appears stable compared to other months in the series. When considering monthly exposure, over the course of August, one reported crime occurred for every 223 residents—a rate that places Cotgrave well below the UK average for most crime categories. This monthly ratio provides a tangible perspective for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of experiencing a crime in Cotgrave remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks. The population-scaled context further underscores the area's safety profile: with 8,261 residents, the 37 reported crimes represent a manageable volume in proportion to the local population. This contrast with the UK average is particularly evident in categories such as burglary and vehicle crime, where Cotgrave's rates were 69% and 78% below the national figures, respectively. While the 38.5% increase in anti-social behaviour complicates the overall picture, the broader trend of declining crime rates suggests that local efforts to maintain safety may be having a measurable impact.