Sutton in Ashfield Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Sutton in Ashfield’s crime rate in April 2025 stood at 9.5 per 1,000, 23.4% above the UK average of 7.7, reflecting a persistent challenge for local authorities. The data highlights a stark divide in crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 33.9% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 19.1%. These figures suggest a combination of social and environmental factors, though the seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and spring weather—may contribute to increased outdoor activity and associated crime patterns. The high rate of violence and sexual offences, 23% above the UK average, is particularly concerning and may be linked to the area’s built-up character, where concentrated populations and limited public space can exacerbate tensions. Anti-social behaviour, 35% above the UK average, further indicates challenges in managing community dynamics. Shoplifting. compared to March, remains 52% above the UK average, due to the area’s retail presence and the timing of Easter shopping. The overall profile underscores the need for targeted strategies to address both violent and property-related crimes, particularly in light of the area’s demographic and geographic characteristics.

April 2025 marked a 15.2% decrease in shoplifting, dropping from 46 to 39 incidents, a reduction that may partly reflect seasonal factors such as Easter-related retail activity. Other theft also fell by 29.2%, from 24 to 17 cases, suggesting potential improvements in community awareness or policing focus. However, bicycle theft surged by 133.3%, rising from 3 to 7 incidents, a sharp increase that could be linked to spring weather encouraging outdoor activity. Robbery cases increased by 66.7%, from 3 to 5, highlighting a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. Vehicle crime remained 21% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area’s built-up nature and limited car parking infrastructure. The significant 186% increase in possession of weapons, from 3 to 7 cases, underscores a concerning shift that warrants further local scrutiny.

April 2025 saw a -1.9% decrease in Sutton in Ashfield’s crime rate compared to March’s 9.7 per 1,000, maintaining a stable trend. This equates to approximately 12 reported crimes per day across the built-up area, a figure that reflects local patterns rather than UK-wide averages. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 106 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the area’s population of 37,703. This rate is higher than the UK average, but the slight month-on-month decline suggests some stabilisation in policing or community efforts. The daily crime count, while locally significant, does not directly compare to national figures, as UK-wide daily crime statistics are not available for this analysis. For residents, the 1-in-106 figure offers a tangible sense of risk, though it remains crucial to interpret this in conjunction with the broader regional and national context.