Cotgrave Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For someone living in Cotgrave, the crime rate translates to a lower risk compared to the UK average, with 5.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in November 2024—30.3% below the national figure of 7.6. This relatively low rate suggests that the built-up area within Rushcliffe maintains a safer environment than many parts of the UK, though specific crime types reveal local patterns. Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents, 31.8% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (14 incidents, 31.8%) dominate the crime profile, reflecting the social dynamics of a smaller community where interpersonal conflicts may escalate more visibly. Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also feature prominently, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night, which often coincides with increased fire risks. The area’s lower property crime rate—only 12 incidents compared to 14 violent crimes—contrasts with national trends, where property crimes typically outnumber violent ones. This could indicate a higher proportion of community-focused policing efforts or a demographic profile with fewer commercial spaces vulnerable to theft. The month’s dark evenings and Black Friday shopping activity may have influenced violent crime patterns. Overall, Cotgrave’s crime profile suggests a balance between proactive community engagement and the challenges of managing social tensions in a compact built-up area.

November 2024 saw dramatic shifts in Cotgrave’s crime profile, with anti-social behaviour surging by 366.7% from October, jumping from 3 to 14 incidents—a stark increase that may reflect heightened tensions during the month’s shorter evenings and seasonal events. Vehicle crime and bicycle theft both doubled from zero to one incident each, a worrying trend that could be tied to increased vehicle usage during Black Friday shopping or changes in local parking patterns. Conversely, burglary and other theft decreased significantly, with burglary falling 66.7% (from 3 to 1) and other theft dropping 60% (from 5 to 2), indicating effective policing or seasonal lulls in property-related crimes. Anti-social behaviour in Cotgrave is 53% above the UK average (1.7 vs 1.1 per 1,000), highlighting a unique challenge for local authorities. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences (1.7 per 1,000) are 34% below the UK average, suggesting that while interpersonal conflicts are present, they are managed at a lower scale than in many other areas. This contrast between elevated anti-social behaviour and lower violent crime rates may reflect a community where minor disputes dominate over more severe incidents, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.

Cotgrave’s crime rate rose 22.2% in November 2024 compared to October’s 4.4 per 1,000, marking a notable upward trend in the built-up area. Despite this increase, the monthly exposure remains relatively low: over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 188 residents, a figure that underscores the area’s overall safety compared to national averages. On a daily basis, Cotgrave experienced approximately one crime per day in November, a localised measure that does not align with UK-wide daily crime statistics. This daily figure, while modest, may feel more tangible to residents, who could expect a roughly 1-in-188 chance of encountering a crime during the month. The population context is critical—Cotgrave’s 8,261 residents mean that even a small number of incidents can represent significant proportions of the community. While the rise in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime is concerning, the overall rate still places Cotgrave well below the UK average, suggesting that the area’s built-up character and local policing efforts continue to mitigate broader crime trends. This comparison highlights both the progress made in maintaining safety and the need for targeted interventions in areas like anti-social behaviour, which remain elevated.