Kirkby-in-Ashfield Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kirkby-in-Ashfield's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 12.3% above the UK average of 8.1. This discrepancy highlights a distinct local profile compared to national trends, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 33% of all recorded crimes—a share significantly higher than the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 16.8%, while shoplifting, at 16.2%, was an outlier with rates 124% above the UK average. These figures reflect the area's characteristics as a built-up community within Ashfield, where retail and social hubs may contribute to specific crime patterns. The seasonal context of May—marked by longer evenings and bank holidays—likely amplifies outdoor socialising, which could explain the elevated rates of violence and anti-social behaviour. Meanwhile, shoplifting's sharp divergence from the UK average may indicate vulnerabilities in local retail security or increased foot traffic during the month. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted, with violent offences comprising over a third of all incidents, suggesting a need for targeted community engagement and policing strategies. While the overall rate exceeds the national average, the breakdown reveals nuanced trends that warrant closer examination of local factors, such as the area's demographic composition and the influence of nearby urban centres.

May 2025 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, with possession of weapons jumping 150% from two to five incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened tensions or changes in local enforcement priorities. Other crime also rose sharply, doubling from three to seven cases—a 133.3% increase that could signal emerging issues or underreported activity. Conversely, public order offences fell by 46.7%, likely linked to the closure of seasonal events or a shift in police resource allocation. Shoplifting remained a standout concern, with rates 124% above the UK average, driven by the area's retail presence and the impact of May's bank holidays on foot traffic. The contrast between rising weapons possession and falling burglary rates—down 42.9%—suggests a combination of local factors, such as increased patrols in high-risk areas versus reduced opportunities for property crime. These shifts underscore the need for targeted interventions that address both immediate spikes and underlying trends.

Kirkby-in-Ashfield's crime rate in May 2025 rose to 9.1 per 1,000 residents, a 5.8% increase from the previous month's 8.6. This places the area 12.3% above the UK average of 8.1, though the pace of change here differs from national trends. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of six crimes per day over May, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents. When scaled to the local population, this equates to one reported crime for every 110 residents over the course of the month—a ratio that highlights the frequency of incidents in a small built-up area. The population context is critical: with 19,749 residents, even a modest increase in crime rates can have a noticeable impact on community perception. While some categories, like public order offences, dropped by 46.7%, others such as possession of weapons surged, illustrating the uneven nature of monthly fluctuations. These numbers, when viewed alongside the area's demographic profile, suggest that local factors—such as social dynamics in public spaces—play a significant role in shaping crime patterns.