Sutton in Ashfield Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with 37,703 residents, 400 crimes reported in July 2023 equate to a crime rate of 10.6 per 1,000 people — 27.7% above the UK average of 8.3. This places Sutton in Ashfield firmly in the upper quartile of UK crime rates, with violent and sexual offences accounting for 30% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (24.3%) and criminal damage (9.3%). The seasonal context of July — peak summer, school holidays, and local festivals — likely contributes to patterns observed in the data. Anti-social behaviour, for instance, is 83% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect increased public gatherings and outdoor activity during the month. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.2 per 1,000, are 15% above the UK average, suggesting that the area’s social dynamics during summer months could heighten interpersonal conflicts. Meanwhile, shoplifting (0.9 per 1,000) is 50% above the UK average, a trend that may align with the presence of retail hubs or high-traffic areas. However, vehicle crime is 58% below the UK average, due to lower summer vehicle usage or effective local policing in parking zones. The overall crime rate, while elevated, does not show a clear seasonal trend when compared to June’s 13.0 per 1,000, though specific categories like burglary have seen notable declines. These figures illustrate a combination of local demographics, seasonal activity, and policing priorities in a built-up area that remains a focal point for both residential and commercial interests.

July 2023 saw a stark contrast in month-on-month changes, with robbery surging by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents) and theft from the person rising 33.3% (from 3 to 4). These increases, while small in absolute terms, highlight vulnerabilities in personal safety during summer nights. Conversely, burglary dropped by 53.3% (from 30 to 14), a decline that may reflect improved home security measures or reduced foot traffic in residential areas during the school holidays. Anti-social behaviour remains a persistent issue, with its 24.3% share of total crimes placing it 83% above the UK average — a figure that could be exacerbated by the area’s built-up character and summer crowds. Vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) is 58% below the UK average, a finding that may offer reassurance to residents who frequently use cars, though this is offset by the significant rise in robbery. The breakdown also reveals that drugs-related crimes are 9% below the UK average, suggesting that local drug enforcement efforts may be more effective than national trends indicate. These shifts underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas with high anti-social behaviour and rising personal crime rates, even as other categories show promising declines.

July 2023’s crime rate of 10.6 per 1,000 residents marked an 18.5% decrease from June’s 13.0 per 1,000, a decline that, while significant, still leaves Sutton in Ashfield with a rate 27.7% above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 13 crimes per day, a figure that may seem high but must be contextualised within the local population of 37,703. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 94 residents — a monthly exposure rate that, while not extreme, highlights the need for sustained community engagement and policing. When compared to the UK average, the area’s anti-social behaviour rate (2.6 per 1,000) is 83% higher, a disparity that could reflect the built-up nature of the area and the density of its population. Conversely, vehicle crime is 58% below the UK average, a contrast that may stem from lower summer vehicle usage or effective local initiatives targeting vehicle-related offences. These comparisons reveal a mixed picture: while certain categories align with national trends, others diverge significantly, pointing to the importance of local factors in shaping crime patterns. For residents, understanding these relative figures can help contextualise safety concerns and inform community-led efforts to address specific issues like anti-social behaviour.