Annesley Woodhouse Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Annesley Woodhouse, 4.5 crimes were reported in February 2026 — a rate 29.7% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This translates to roughly one reported crime for every 222 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45.8% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.8%) and criminal damage and arson (8.3%). These patterns align with the area’s seasonal rhythm: February, a winter month with limited outdoor activity, may partly explain the relatively lower incidence of property crime compared to warmer months. However, the dominance of violent crime suggests a different dynamic, potentially linked to indoor gatherings or social interactions during colder weather. The rate of violence and sexual offences in the area (2.1 per 1,000) was 9% below the UK average, but theft from the person (0.2 per 1,000) was 67% above the national average, highlighting a specific vulnerability. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, reflects a combination of local factors, including the built-up area’s proximity to Ashfield’s broader urban network and its seasonal context as a pre-spring lull. This data underscores that while the area is statistically safer than the UK average, certain crime types warrant attention for residents and local authorities.

February 2026 saw a marked shift in crime patterns, with violence and sexual offences decreasing by 38.9% compared to the previous month (from 18 to 11 incidents). This drop may align with the seasonal lull of winter, though it contrasts with the sharp rise in other theft, shoplifting, and theft from the person — all of which doubled from zero to one incident. The increase in theft from the person (0.2 per 1,000) was 67% above the UK average, a figure that could concern local residents, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or public spaces. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained stable at 5 incidents, a rate 1% below the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000. The category of 'other crime' also fell by 33.3%, from 3 to 2 incidents, though it still exceeded the UK average by 167%. These fluctuations highlight how specific crime types can be influenced by transient factors, such as the timing of local events or changes in enforcement priorities. The rise in shoplifting (1 incident) was 66% below the UK average, suggesting that while the overall rate of such crimes is low in the area, any increase may warrant closer monitoring.

The crime rate in Annesley Woodhouse fell by 20.0% in February 2026 compared to the previous month, dropping from 5.6 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline places the area in a more favourable position relative to its own historical trends. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day in February — a figure that, while low, is still relevant to residents who may encounter incidents in shared spaces or during community events. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 222 residents, a ratio that contextualises the risk in terms of individual exposure. With a population of 5,322, this means that the vast majority of residents are unlikely to be directly affected by crime, though the specific vulnerabilities — such as the 67% above-average rate of theft from the person — suggest targeted awareness may be necessary. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that while the area is generally safer, certain crime types, like 'other crime,' remain high, indicating potential gaps in local crime prevention strategies.