Crime Rate in Shirebrook North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shirebrook North

The total recorded crimes in Shirebrook North, Bolsover, UK in March 2025 are around 77 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shirebrook North crime rate of 7.31 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Shirebrook North, encompassing approximately 10,534 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (37) incidents (105.56% increase)
  • Public order: (13) incidents (116.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (22.22% increase)
Shirebrook North Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 6
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 5
  • Nicholson'S Row with total crimes: 5

How safe is Shirebrook North?

To understand the safety of Shirebrook North, we need to analyze Shirebrook North crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Bolsover:

    • In 2024, Shirebrook North reported a higher crime volume than the Bolsover average, with 810 crimes compared to 469. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Shirebrook North witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Shirebrook North experienced a greater number of crimes than the Bolsover average, with 797 crimes compared to 500. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Shirebrook North witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bolsover, Shirebrook North has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Shirebrook North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Shirebrook North has recorded 77 crimes with crime rate of 7.31 ranking 2th out of 16 in the Bolsover, UK

In 2024, the total Shirebrook North crimes were 810. The crime rate of Shirebrook North in 2024 was 76.89 (year) or 6.41 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Bolsover.

In 2023, the total crimes in Shirebrook North were around 797 crimes with yearly crime rate of 75.66 (year) or 6.30 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Bolsover.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bolsover)CrimesRank (Bolsover)CrimesRank (Bolsover)
Ault Hucknall103 1879 1990 1
Elmton-with-Creswell75 3733 3779 3
Langwith44 6501 6636 4
Clowne East53 4581 4525 8
Bolsover North & Shuttlewood36 9574 5596 5
Bolsover East46 5462 9405 11
South Normanton West33 10482 7562 6
South Normanton East38 8433 10528 7
Pinxton38 7374 11412 10
Bolsover South28 12470 8486 9
Shirebrook South29 11366 13392 13
Whitwell27 13368 12398 12
Tibshelf23 15318 14330 14
Blackwell24 14253 15266 15
Barlborough13 17201 16261 16
Clowne West18 16169 17143 17

Shirebrook North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (37 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (39 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (20 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 354 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 29.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202537
February 202518
January 202524
December 202428
November 202422
October 202415
September 202437
August 202439
July 202421
June 202450
May 202434
April 202429

A total of 91 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20256
January 20257
December 20247
November 20243
October 20242
September 20247
August 20249
July 20245
June 20248
May 202412
April 202412

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
May 20246
April 20241

A total of 134 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20259
January 202510
December 20242
October 202410
September 20247
August 20249
July 202418
June 202426
May 202412
April 202420

A total of 54 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20254
December 20244
November 20245
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245
July 20246
June 20246
May 20249
April 20243

A total of 51 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20245
July 202411
June 20248
May 20245
April 202413

A total of 28 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20247
June 20242
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 38 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20247
August 20241
July 20244
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 51 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20245
October 20244
September 20248
August 20248
July 20242
June 20244
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
October 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 20243
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Shirebrook North in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Shirebrook North postcode area is presented below.

1. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Nicholson'S Row (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Bank Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
5. The Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Hilltop Avenue (Map)
Total3
Public order3
9. York Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Alder Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1

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