Sutton in Ashfield Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant force in Sutton in Ashfield’s crime picture in January 2024, accounting for 36.9% of all reported incidents and placing the area 38% above the UK average for this category. This stark contrast with the national trend underscores the localised nature of crime in this built-up area, where factors such as community dynamics, local infrastructure, and seasonal patterns may play a role. The overall crime rate of 9.8 per 1,000 residents—32.4% above the UK average—reflects a persistent challenge, with anti-social behaviour and shoplifting also contributing significantly to the monthly tally. January’s post-holiday environment, characterised by shorter days and reduced retail footfall, likely influenced the crime profile, though the prominence of violent crime suggests deeper socioeconomic or environmental factors at play. The area’s crime rate, while higher than the national average, reveals a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with property crimes such as shoplifting and criminal damage also showing marked deviations from UK norms. These figures, combined with the seasonal context of a quieter winter month, highlight the need for targeted strategies to address the specific drivers of violence and anti-social behaviour in this community.

January 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 90% (from 10 to 19 incidents) and 'other crime' rising by 87.5% (from 8 to 15). These increases, while notable, contrast with sharp declines in public order offences (down 56.5%), bicycle theft (down 50%), and theft from the person (down 50%). The dominance of violent crime—accounting for 36.9% of total incidents—places Sutton in Ashfield 38% above the UK average for this category, a gap that suggests local factors may be amplifying these issues. Meanwhile, vehicle crime, though above UK average, shows a marked upward trend that could reflect seasonal shifts, such as changes in traffic patterns or increased vehicle-related incidents during colder weather. For residents, the 90% rise in vehicle crime alone highlights a specific area of concern that warrants attention from local authorities and community groups.

Sutton in Ashfield's crime rate in January 2024 rose by 7.5% compared to the previous month, climbing from 9.2 to 9.8 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, places the area's overall rate 32.4% above the UK average, a gap that has widened slightly over recent months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 12 crimes per day in January, a figure that reflects the local context of a built-up area within Ashfield. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 102 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. When scaled to the area’s 37,703 residents, the crime rate highlights the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas where violent crime and anti-social behaviour are concentrated. This comparison also reveals that while some categories, such as burglary and public order offences, align closely with or fall below UK averages, the dominance of violent crime and anti-social behaviour creates a distinct profile that diverges sharply from the national trend.