Over the last year, more than 12,000 crimes have been recorded across Mansfield. April 2026 alone recorded more than 1,100 crimes, compared with 828 in February this year, representing an increase of more than 37% in just two months.
These figures do not mean that residents or businesses will become victims of crime, but they do provide a reason to review how valuable possessions are stored and protected.
Secure storage is one practical option for protecting valuable belongings. For homeowners, this could mean finding somewhere safer for possessions that are not needed every day, while businesses may need to protect equipment, stock or tools outside normal working hours.
Reviewing where valuable items are kept can therefore be a useful part of wider security planning.
What crime trends mean for residents and businesses
The Mansfield crime figures include a range of offences, with violent and sexual offences the most commonly reported categories, while theft-related offences, vehicle crime, criminal damage and antisocial behaviour also feature prominently.
Valuable possessions can include power tools, DIY and gardening equipment, sports equipment, vehicle accessories and motorbike equipment, while businesses may have seasonal stock and other inventory. Household belongings can also be vulnerable during house moves.
Norton Insurance Brokers found nearly 10,000 thefts of tools and machinery and almost 6,000 bicycle thefts in the domestic burglary data that it analysed. Burglars are therefore not necessarily looking for luxury goods, but may target practical, portable items with resale value.
Why valuable items can be vulnerable
Garages and sheds can be particular weak points because they may have older locks, poorer lighting and less extensive alarm coverage than the main property. Norton specifically identifies these locations as common targets for tools, bicycles, garden equipment and vehicle accessories.
The Metropolitan Police has also highlighted that sheds and garages may contain tools that could assist burglars in gaining entry to the home.
Workshops, lockups and business premises may also contain equipment or stock overnight without being specifically designed for secure storage.
The combined value of everyday possessions can therefore make them an attractive target, even when no individual item is particularly expensive.
Businesses are looking for safer, more flexible storage options
Tradespeople may need secure storage for tools, equipment and materials outside working hours. Tools are a common commercial burglary target, with Venture Security reporting that one in three tradespeople in Britain has experienced tool theft.
Growing businesses may also need space for excess stock when their existing premises become too small. Secure storage can provide dedicated space without requiring a business to immediately move to larger premises.
It can also provide greater flexibility when storage requirements change, allowing businesses to increase the amount of space they use without taking on the cost and commitment of relocating to larger commercial premises.
Choosing the right secure storage solution
When choosing secure storage, look for continuous CCTV monitoring. Loxley's Mansfield facility provides 24-hour CCTV coverage, electric gate access and regular security patrols. Individual containers or units provide dedicated space for possessions, while good lighting and site security improve visibility around access points.
Flexible contracts can be useful when storage requirements change. Loxleys offers monthly rolling contracts, with 10ft containers currently available for £115 a month and 20ft containers for £150.
Sufficient loading and unloading space is also important. This is particularly useful for tradespeople and businesses that store bulky equipment or stock. Loxleys provides access seven days a week to make regular loading and unloading more practical.
Protecting valuable possessions does not necessarily mean installing complicated security systems or making major changes to a property, as secure self-storage can provide an additional layer of protection while also solving a number of practical problems around space, business growth, seasonal stock and household moves. Contact Loxleys to discuss your personal or commercial storage requirements.