Cotgrave Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cotgrave's crime rate in March 2024 stood at 4.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 45.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This marked contrast with national trends highlights the area's distinct crime profile, shaped by its character as a built-up area within Rushcliffe. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 51.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.0%) and criminal damage and arson (11.4%). These figures align with patterns typical of smaller urban centres where interpersonal disputes and property-related incidents often intersect. The seasonal context of March—transitioning to spring, with evenings lengthening—may partly explain the distribution of offences, as increased social activity and changing light conditions can influence crime dynamics. Violent crimes in Cotgrave were 18% below the UK average, suggesting local factors such as community cohesion or policing strategies may contribute to this disparity. While property crimes were relatively low compared to violent offences, the overall rate remains significantly below the national benchmark, reflecting Cotgrave's position as a relatively safe area within the UK's broader crime profile.

March 2024 saw significant fluctuations in Cotgrave's crime profile compared to February. Violence and sexual offences surged by 100%, rising from 9 to 18 incidents, marking the most pronounced increase in the area. This jump was accompanied by a 200% rise in other theft, which grew from 1 to 3 cases, potentially reflecting heightened activity in retail or residential areas. Conversely, public order offences fell by 50%, declining from 2 to 1, and vehicle crime dropped by 50% as well, from 2 to 1 incidents. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 22.2%, from 9 to 7 reports. These shifts indicate a notable reallocation of criminal activity, with violent crime becoming a more prominent concern. The category of violence and sexual offences in Cotgrave remains 18% below the UK average, underscoring the area's continued divergence from national trends. For residents, the 100% increase in violent crimes serves as a specific data point to monitor, suggesting the need for heightened awareness or community engagement initiatives in the coming months.

Cotgrave's crime rate in March 2024 rose by 6.3% compared to February's 4.0 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend despite remaining well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 1 crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, indicates consistent activity in the local crime profile. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 236 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. Cotgrave's population of 8,261 residents provides a context for these statistics, illustrating how the relatively small number of crimes (35 total) is distributed across the community. This low monthly exposure rate suggests that residents face a much lower risk of experiencing crime compared to the national picture, though the recent increase in violent offences warrants attention. The area's built-up nature within Rushcliffe likely contributes to its lower crime rates, with community structures and policing efforts potentially playing a role in maintaining this disparity from broader UK trends.