Annesley Woodhouse Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Annesley Woodhouse’s crime profile in May 2023 reflects a combination of local dynamics and seasonal influences, with the area’s overall crime rate standing at 6.0 per 1,000 residents—25% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure places the built-up area within Ashfield in a safer position than the national benchmark, though the distribution of crime types reveals specific challenges. Violence and sexual offences dominated, accounting for 37.5% of all reported crimes, followed closely by anti-social behaviour (another 37.5%). These figures are consistent with patterns observed in similar small urban areas, where social interactions during longer evenings and bank holidays may contribute to spikes in violent and anti-social incidents. The relatively low rate of property crime—only 15.6% of total crimes—suggests a possible correlation with the area’s compact layout and community policing efforts, which may deter theft and burglary. However, the significant disparity between local and UK averages for certain categories, such as anti-social behaviour (73% above the UK average), highlights the need for targeted interventions. Seasonal factors, including the arrival of warmer weather and extended daylight hours, may have influenced crime patterns, with outdoor drinking and socialising contributing to the prevalence of violence and anti-social behaviour. The area’s crime rate, while lower than the national average, underscores the importance of maintaining community-focused strategies to address localised issues without compromising the broader safety improvements achieved.

May 2023 saw a 50.0% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 2 to 3 incidents, marking a sharp contrast to the overall downward trend in other categories. This spike may partly explain the shift in the crime mix, with property-related offences accounting for 23.4% of total crimes compared to 37.5% for violent crimes. Anti-social behaviour, while remaining the second most frequent category, fell by 20.0% from 15 to 12 incidents, suggesting early success in addressing nuisance activities during the month. Violence and sexual offences—though still the leading category—decreased by 7.7% (from 13 to 12), a modest but consistent improvement. The area’s violent crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 is 17% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 73% above the national figure. This disparity highlights the need for tailored strategies to address localised issues, such as the high prevalence of anti-social behaviour, which may be linked to the area’s built-up character and increased socialising during longer evenings.

Annesley Woodhouse's crime rate in May 2023 fell to 6.0 per 1,000 residents, a 25.6% drop from the previous month’s 8.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader seasonal pattern seen in similar built-up areas, where spring transitions often correlate with reduced property crime as outdoor activities shift. Locally, the daily crime count averaged one per day over 31 days, reflecting a steady but low-level presence of crime that remains below national benchmarks. On a population-scaled basis, the monthly exposure of one crime for every 166 residents underscores the area’s relative safety, particularly when compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. While this figure does not account for regional variations in policing or community engagement, it highlights the effectiveness of local crime prevention efforts in maintaining a low-risk environment. The shift from the previous month’s rate suggests that targeted interventions—such as increased patrols during bank holidays or community initiatives addressing anti-social behaviour—may have contributed to the downward trend.