Annesley Woodhouse Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Annesley Woodhouse’s November 2025 crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents places it 30.1% below the UK average, a position reinforced by its unique crime profile. The most striking outlier is the 108% increase in criminal damage and arson incidents compared to the UK average, which suggests a localised challenge in property crime prevention. This category, accounting for 22.2% of total crimes, far exceeds the national benchmark, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night or increased outdoor activity during shorter daylight hours. In contrast, violent crimes—particularly violence and sexual offences—fell by 60% from October, a trend consistent with the broader UK pattern of reduced violent crime in November. The area’s overall crime rate is also influenced by its demographic and geographic characteristics: as a built-up area within Ashfield, it likely experiences higher foot traffic and commercial activity, which can drive property-related crimes while potentially reducing opportunities for violent offences. The presence of other theft (14.8% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (11.1%) further complicates the picture, indicating that while some crime types are effectively managed, others require tailored strategies. The seasonal context of November—marked by events like Black Friday and the darker evenings—may have amplified certain risks, such as shoplifting and vehicle crime, while also creating conditions that reduce the visibility of public spaces, deterring some forms of criminal activity. These dynamics underscore the need for a balanced approach to crime prevention that considers both the area’s unique characteristics and the broader seasonal influences shaping local safety.

November 2025 saw three previously unreported crime types—possession of weapons, shoplifting, and vehicle crime—each doubling from zero to one incident. This spike in weapon-related offences, though numerically small, may signal emerging tensions or unaddressed safety concerns. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 66.7% (from nine to three incidents), and violence and sexual offences dropped by 60% (from 20 to eight), suggesting a shift in criminal activity towards property-related incidents. The category of criminal damage and arson stood out as 108% above the UK average (0.5 per 1,000), a stark contrast to the 42% below UK average for violence and sexual offences. This disparity highlights a need for targeted interventions in property crime, particularly as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping may have influenced seasonal patterns. For residents, the absence of drug-related crimes—down 75% from October—may reflect successful local initiatives or temporary shifts in criminal activity, though further analysis is required to confirm long-term trends.

Annesley Woodhouse’s November 2025 crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents marks a 38.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.3 per 1,000, reflecting a significant short-term shift in local crime dynamics. Over the course of the month, this rate translates to one reported crime for every 197 residents, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the broader UK context. While the area’s crime burden is 30.1% below the UK average, this population-scaled perspective reveals a nuanced picture: the monthly exposure metric aggregates all crimes without distinguishing severity, meaning that the low rate could be influenced by factors such as underreporting, effective policing, or community engagement. However, the daily crime context—roughly one incident per day—provides residents with a tangible reference point for assessing risk. This statistic, combined with the population-scaled ratio, suggests that while the area is generally safer than the UK average, the distribution of crime types (such as the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson) may require targeted local action. The interplay between these metrics highlights the importance of viewing crime data through both aggregate and granular lenses to fully understand community safety.