Ashfield Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ashfield's November 2025 crime rate of 7.9 per 1,000 residents places the area 8.2% above the UK average, highlighting a notable deviation from the national trend. This figure is particularly significant when considering the breakdown of crime types, which reveals that 'Other crime' incidents were 150% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the national context. The most prevalent crime type in the area was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.7% of all reported incidents. This category's rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents is only 1% above the UK average, suggesting a relatively moderate deviation in this specific area. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 17.4% of all crimes, with a rate of 1.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 32% above the UK average. These findings are particularly interesting given the seasonal context of November, a time of year marked by events such as Bonfire Night and the peak of the Black Friday shopping period. These events may have contributed to the elevated rates of certain crime types, particularly those associated with public spaces and retail environments. The month's darker evenings could have also played a role in the increased rates of anti-social behaviour, as reduced visibility and altered social dynamics in public areas may have created conditions conducive to such incidents. Additionally, the rate of shoplifting, at 0.8 per 1,000 residents, was 27% above the UK average, linked to the increased foot traffic and consumer activity during the holiday shopping season. These insights underscore the importance of understanding localised factors that may contribute to crime patterns, as well as the potential impact of broader seasonal influences on the area's crime profile.

November 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories within Ashfield. Theft from the person incidents surged by 100% compared to the previous month, rising from 2 to 4 cases. This sharp increase could be attributed to the heightened foot traffic associated with Black Friday shopping, which often coincides with an uptick in such crimes. Meanwhile, 'Other crime' incidents rose by 43.2%, from 37 to 53, a category that is 150% above the UK average. This anomaly may indicate unaddressed issues or specific local factors contributing to this category's elevated rate. In contrast, several categories experienced decreases, including public order offences, which fell by 31.7% from 63 to 43 cases. This decline may be partly explained by the changing dynamics of public spaces during the darker evenings of November, reducing opportunities for such incidents. The interplay between these changes highlights the complex nature of crime patterns in Ashfield, where both localised and broader societal factors can influence the crime profile.

Ashfield's November 2025 crime rate of 7.9 per 1,000 residents marked an 8.1% decrease from the previous month's 8.6 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 34 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the local community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 126 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure to crime in Ashfield. This statistic, when viewed against the population of 129,572, provides a clear picture of the frequency of crime relative to the number of people living in the area. The reduction in the crime rate compared to the previous month may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the conclusion of the Black Friday shopping period, which can often see a spike in retail-related crimes. However, the continued presence of certain crime types above the UK average suggests that localised factors may still be at play, requiring further attention from local authorities.