Rushcliffe Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Rushcliffe's overall crime rate in January 2026 stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 34.8% below the UK average of 6.6 per 1,000. This figure reflects a mix of urban and rural characteristics within the local authority, where lower-than-average rates of violent crime and property crime are consistent with the area’s demographic profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.8% of all recorded crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (11.5%) and shoplifting (9.7%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of January, a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may partly explain the lower prevalence of shoplifting compared to other months. While violent crime rates remain significantly below the UK average (43% lower), the area’s proximity to major transport hubs and its mixed residential/commercial landscape likely contribute to the persistent presence of anti-social behaviour. The data suggests that local factors—such as community engagement initiatives or effective policing in high-traffic areas—may be playing a role in maintaining the area’s relatively low crime rate, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in January 2026 was an 115% increase in 'Other crime', rising from 20 to 43 incidents. This category, which includes non-specific offences not easily classified under other headings, is 87% above the UK average (0.2 per 1,000) and represents a sharp departure from previous months. Concurrently, 'Theft from the person' doubled to two incidents, marking a 100% increase. These spikes contrast with declines in burglary (down 41.2%) and robbery (down 20%), which may reflect seasonal shifts such as reduced outdoor activity during winter. Vehicle crime also rose by 65.2%, from 23 to 38 incidents, possibly linked to increased car usage in colder weather. Despite these fluctuations, the area’s violent crime rate remains 43% below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 1.4 per 1,000. Residents may find the surge in 'Other crime' particularly concerning, though the exact nature of these incidents remains unclear due to the category’s broad definition. The data also highlights a 150% above-average rate of bicycle theft (0.1 per 1,000), suggesting a possible link to local cycling infrastructure or unsecured bike storage in the area.

Rushcliffe’s crime rate in January 2026 rose by 17.1% compared to December 2025, when the rate was 3.7 per 1,000. This increase translates to approximately 18 crimes reported each day, or one crime for every 232 residents over the course of the month. While the area’s overall rate remains well below the UK average, the monthly exposure figure provides a tangible measure of risk for residents: over the course of January, 1 in 232 people in Rushcliffe experienced a reported crime. This rate is lower than the UK average, which would equate to roughly 1 in 150 residents. The population-scaled perspective underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention efforts, though the rise in 'Other crime' suggests potential gaps in addressing emerging or less-defined offences. Daily crime counts, while illustrative, do not fully capture the area’s unique dynamics—such as the influence of local businesses, community initiatives, or seasonal patterns—which may contribute to the relatively low crime rate despite the month-on-month increase.