Ashfield Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Ashfield's November 2024 crime rate of 8.4 per 1,000 residents places it 10.5% above the UK average of 7.6. This discrepancy is most pronounced in anti-social behaviour, which occurs at 1.8 per 1,000—62% higher than the national average. The area's crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (30.3% of all crimes) and anti-social behaviour (21.1%), reflecting patterns consistent with a mixed-use urban district where high street retail and public spaces intersect. Seasonal factors appear to influence these trends: Bonfire Night events may have contributed to increased anti-social behaviour, while Black Friday shopping likely drove shoplifting rates to 1.1 per 1,000—59% above the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, though 3% below the UK average for this category, remain the largest single crime type, potentially linked to the area's higher population density and the social dynamics of its town centre. The contrast between property and violent crime is notable: property crimes (402) account for 37% of the total, while violent crimes (329) make up 30.3%, suggesting a balance between community safety concerns and economic factors. This pattern aligns with areas where commercial activity and residential populations overlap, creating environments where both retail-focused and interpersonal crimes are common.

November 2024 saw a 500% surge in theft from the person, rising from 1 to 6 incidents—a stark anomaly that may reflect heightened vigilance or targeted activity during dark evenings. Shoplifting increased by 20.7% (121 to 146), consistent with Black Friday shopping sprees that typically peak in late November. Other theft also rose by 27.3% (55 to 70), potentially linked to seasonal retail activity. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 71.4% (7 to 2), due to reduced outdoor activity or improved security measures. Robbery fell by 63.6% (11 to 4), which could indicate a shift in criminal focus during the month. Anti-social behaviour remains high at 62% above the UK average, while vehicle crime is 32% below the national figure—suggesting that parking infrastructure or traffic patterns may deter such offences. The drop in drugs-related crimes (36.6% decrease) is notable. For residents, the sharp rise in theft from the person highlights the need for personal security awareness, particularly during evening hours when visibility is low.

Ashfield's crime rate in November 2024 (8.4 per 1,000) is a 2.2% decline from the previous month's rate of 8.6 per 1,000, indicating a slight downward trend despite the overall above-average position. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 36 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in a densely populated district. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 119 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the persistent nature of crime in urban settings. This statistic is particularly relevant for local authorities and community groups seeking to understand the baseline risk for residents. Compared to the UK average, Ashfield's violent crime rate is 3% lower, but its anti-social behaviour rate is 62% higher, highlighting the unique challenges of managing public order in a town with significant retail and leisure infrastructure. The population of 129,572 means that even small percentage changes translate to tangible differences in absolute numbers, making localised data critical for targeted interventions. While the monthly rate is slightly lower than October's, the overall picture remains one of a community where crime prevention efforts must balance the demands of commercial activity with the safety needs of residents.