Annesley Woodhouse Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

April 2023 marked a stark shift in Annesley Woodhouse’s crime profile, with anti-social behaviour surging to 15 incidents—a 650% increase from March and the most dramatic monthly change recorded. This category alone accounted for 34.9% of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000 residents. The area’s overall crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents placed it 8.0% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a divergence that reflects a combination of local factors. The seasonal context of April, with its Easter holidays and milder weather, likely contributed to increased outdoor activity, which may have amplified anti-social behaviour and related incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained a significant concern, accounting for 30.2% of all crimes, though their rate (2.4 per 1,000) was 8% below the UK average. This contrast highlights the area’s unique demographic and geographic characteristics, which may include a mix of residential and commercial zones that draw both permanent residents and transient visitors. The rise in criminal damage and arson (0.8 per 1,000) to 31% above the UK average suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. Meanwhile, the sharp decline in public order offences (50% drop) to two incidents offers a potential silver lining. The overall pattern underscores the importance of community engagement and adaptive policing strategies in addressing the specific challenges faced by this built-up area within Ashfield.

April 2023 saw an unprecedented 650% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 2 to 15 incidents. This category alone contributed 34.9% of all reported crimes, far outpacing the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000 (137% above). The spike in anti-social behaviour aligns with the Easter holiday period, which often brings increased foot traffic and community events to the area. Meanwhile, burglary and other crime both doubled from zero to two incidents, a 100% increase each, reflecting a shift in crime patterns that may be linked to seasonal property-related risks. Public order offences, however, fell by 50% to two incidents, a marked contrast to the previous month’s four. This decline suggests a potential reallocation of police resources or a temporary reduction in incidents tied to local events. The area’s violent crime rate (2.4 per 1,000) remained 8% below the UK average, though this was offset by a sharp rise in property crimes, particularly criminal damage and arson, which were 31% above the UK rate.

Annesley Woodhouse's crime rate in April 2023 rose sharply to 8.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 71.9% increase from the previous month's rate of 4.7 per 1,000. This surge places the area 8.0% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, highlighting a significant departure from recent trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while modest, reflects a concentrated spike in incidents during April. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 124 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against the area’s population of 5,322, underscores the need for community vigilance. This rate is higher than the previous month but remains within the range of seasonal fluctuations observed in similar built-up areas. The increase appears to be driven by a combination of factors, including the Easter holiday period and the typical uptick in outdoor activity during spring, which may have contributed to a higher incidence of anti-social behaviour and related incidents.