Crime Rate in Mansfield: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Mansfield

The total recorded crimes in Mansfield, Mansfield in January 2025 are around 993 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Mansfield crime rate of 8.99 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 Mansfield, encompassing approximately 110,482 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (322) incidents (-11.29% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (170) incidents (1.19% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (102) incidents (-8.11% decrease)
Mansfield Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 22
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 18
  • Clumber Street with total crimes: 17

Mansfield Police Info:

Nottinghamshire Police

How safe is Mansfield?

To understand the safety of Mansfield, we need to analyze Mansfield crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Mansfield has recorded 12,302 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 111.35 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 105 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is more dangerous than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 11,584 crimes with a crime rate of 104.85, ranking it 110 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to Nottinghamshire:

    • In 2024, Mansfield reported a higher crime volume than the Nottinghamshire average, with 12,302 crimes compared to 9,620. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Additionally, Mansfield recorded fewer crimes than 6 out of 6 other cities.

    • In 2023, Mansfield experienced a greater number of crimes than the Nottinghamshire average, with 11,584 crimes compared to 8,380. This indicates a higher crime burden for the city in the region during this period. Additionally, Mansfield recorded fewer crimes than 6 out of 6 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Mansfield is considered more dangerous compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Nottinghamshire, Mansfield has a higher crime rate in 2024.

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

Mansfield Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Portland (97 crimes), and the safest, Meden (2 crimes), is 95 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Mansfield.

Similarly, the area of Mansfield Town Centre & Broomhill (321 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Manor, Hornby & Peafields (25 crimes), with a difference of 296 crimes. This noticeable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Mansfield.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Portland97
Woodlands92
Oak Tree69
Broomhill60
Carr Bank59

Safest Wards:

Grange Farm6
Kings Walk6
Maun Valley4
Manor2
Meden2

Most Dangerous Areas:

Mansfield Town Centre & Broomhill321
Newgate & Carr Bank120
Oak Tree & Ransom Wood109
King's Walk, Berry Hill & Oakham63
Woodhouse61

Safest Areas:

Yeoman Hill & Maun Valley39
Forest Town & Newlands36
Market Warsop34
Church Warsop & Meden Vale29
Manor, Hornby & Peafields25

Mansfield Crime Statstics

In January 2025 the Mansfield has recorded 993 crimes with crime rate of 8.99 ranking 69th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 3 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 1 in terms of crime rate in Nottinghamshire.

In 2024, the total Mansfield crimes were 12,302. The crime rate of Mansfield in 2024 was 111.35 (year) or 9.28 (month) ranking it 105 danzarous in the UK. Mansfield ranked 1 in terms of total crimes and 1 in terms of crime rate in Nottinghamshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Mansfield were around 11,584 crimes with yearly crime rate of 104.85 (year) or 8.74 (month) ranking 110 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Nottinghamshire, Mansfield ranked 1 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 1 as per crime rate of Mansfield

CityJanuary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Nottinghamshire)CrimesRank (Nottinghamshire)CrimesRank (Nottinghamshire)
Rushcliffe445 75,875 74,771 7
Gedling598 66,808 66,286 6
Broxtowe647 58,386 57,072 5
Newark and Sherwood839 410,169 48,130 4
Ashfield1,072 312,078 310,592 3
Bassetlaw1,042 211,723 210,227 2

Mansfield Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (322 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (170 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 363 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 168 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (352 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (129 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (373 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (117 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (360 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (137 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (339 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (287 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 415 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 324 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (724 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (230 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 601 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 75.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 146 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202550
December 202458
November 202455
October 202466
September 202474
August 202476
July 202476
June 2024146

A total of 57 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 7.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
December 20243
November 202412
October 20245
September 20246
August 20247
July 20247
June 202414

A total of 281 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 35.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 70 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202529
December 202430
November 202422
October 202437
September 202438
August 202425
July 202430
June 202470

A total of 52 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20255
December 20246
November 20243
October 20244
September 20245
August 20249
July 20246
June 202414

A total of 252 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 31.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202547
December 202420
November 202431
October 202422
September 202426
August 202424
July 202426
June 202456

A total of 3248 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 406.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 724 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025322
December 2024363
November 2024352
October 2024373
September 2024360
August 2024339
July 2024415
June 2024724

A total of 680 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 85.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 158 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202573
December 202469
November 202465
October 202475
September 202467
August 202489
July 202484
June 2024158

A total of 133 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 16.62 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202511
December 202411
November 202411
October 202410
September 202414
August 202419
July 202429
June 202428

A total of 76 Robbery incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 9.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20256
December 20242
November 20246
October 202420
September 202413
August 20242
July 202411
June 202416

A total of 271 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 33.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202534
December 202427
November 202431
October 202437
September 202432
August 202426
July 202434
June 202450

A total of 450 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 56.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 92 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202551
December 202445
November 202430
October 202473
September 202459
August 202449
July 202451
June 202492

A total of 1092 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 136.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 324 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025170
December 2024168
November 202420
October 202413
September 202484
August 2024287
July 2024324
June 202426

A total of 1106 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 138.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 230 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025102
December 2024111
November 2024129
October 2024117
September 2024137
August 2024137
July 2024143
June 2024230

A total of 809 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 101.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 178 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202590
December 202490
November 202495
October 202493
September 202470
August 202499
July 202494
June 2024178

High Crime Locations Mansfield in January 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total22
Shoplifting22
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total18
Public order4
Drugs4
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
Other crime1
3. Clumber Street (Map)
Total17
Shoplifting7
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Burglary1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total14
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour3
Shoplifting2
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Commercial Street (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting11
Vehicle crime1
Robbery1
Other theft1
6. Shopping Area (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences6
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Possession of weapons1

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