Rushcliffe Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Rushcliffe's crime rate for November 2024 stands at 4.5 crimes per 1,000 residents, placing the area 40.8% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This continued safety margin underscores a broader trend of lower crime levels compared to the national picture, though the month saw notable shifts in specific categories. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 29.3% of all crimes, with a rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents—50% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, contributed 18.7% of incidents at 0.8 per 1,000 residents, also significantly below the national figure. Shoplifting, which rose sharply by 62.7% compared to October, now represents 14.6% of total crimes, likely driven by the Black Friday shopping period. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter evenings and events like Bonfire Night—may have influenced patterns, with increased indoor activity potentially reducing opportunities for vehicle crime while boosting retail-related thefts. Rushcliffe's relatively low rates for violent crimes and anti-social behaviour suggest a community profile that may be more stable or less densely populated than the UK average, though the exact character of the area remains ambiguous without further demographic data. The mix of crime types also indicates a balance between urban and rural influences, with property crimes (including shoplifting) dominating over violent offences. This combination of factors positions Rushcliffe as a safer district compared to the UK average, though the month-on-month increases in drug-related and shoplifting crimes warrant further observation.

November saw a 131.6% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 19 to 44 incidents—a shift that contrasts with the area's generally lower rates for this category compared to the UK average. Shoplifting also rose sharply by 62.7%, from 51 to 83 cases, potentially linked to Black Friday shopping activity. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 53.8%, declining from 26 to 12 incidents, which may reflect reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. The area's violence and sexual offences rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents is 50% below the UK average, suggesting a lower incidence of severe crimes despite the overall rate increase. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.8 per 1,000 residents, is also 28% below the national figure, indicating a broader pattern of lower conflict-related crimes. For residents, the significant drop in vehicle crime offers a practical benefit, with fewer incidents reported in parking areas and roads.

Rushcliffe's crime rate in November 2024 rose by 17.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.8 to 4.5 crimes per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns that may be influenced by seasonal factors. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 224 residents—a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 19 crimes per day, a rate that remains significantly lower than many comparable urban centres. When viewed against the UK average of 7.6 crimes per 1,000 residents, Rushcliffe's overall rate of 4.5 continues to position the area as safer than the national average. This relative safety, however, is not uniform across all crime categories, with some types showing marked divergence from UK norms. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the overall rate has increased, the absolute number of crimes remains manageable for a district of Rushcliffe's size.