Sutton in Ashfield Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 saw Sutton in Ashfield report a crime rate of 9.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 35.7% above the UK average of 7.0. This built-up area within Ashfield, a town in Nottinghamshire, experienced a mix of crime types reflecting both seasonal and local factors. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.4% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.2%) and shoplifting (9.5%). These figures align with patterns observed in similar urban centres, where retail and social hubs contribute to higher rates of violent and property crimes. The month’s seasonal context—dark evenings, Christmas shopping activity, and the absence of residents during holidays—likely influenced the crime picture. For instance, shoplifting rates, though elevated, may have been tempered by increased police presence in retail areas. Conversely, the relatively low rate of theft from the person (0.6 per 1,000) suggests that targeted areas such as high streets or tourist spots may not be as prominent in this part of Ashfield. The overall crime rate, while above the UK average, remains consistent with historical data for comparable towns, where a mix of residential and commercial activity sustains moderate levels of crime. The seasonal peaks in public order offences and anti-social behaviour may also be linked to the holiday period, when alcohol-related incidents and overcrowding in local venues could contribute to spikes in reported incidents.

December 2025 marked a dramatic shift in crime patterns, with public order offences surging by 92.3% compared to November, rising from 13 to 25 incidents. This increase, which outpaced all other categories, may be linked to the holiday season, where extended hours at local venues and increased foot traffic in public spaces could have contributed to disturbances. Other crime also saw a significant jump, rising by 50% (12 to 18), a category that often includes unclassified incidents such as vandalism or non-specific disorder. In contrast, bicycle theft fell sharply by 66.7% (from 9 to 3), reflecting reduced outdoor activity during colder weather or increased community vigilance around parked cycles. The violent crime category, though remaining the most common, showed a 36% gap above the UK average, with 130 incidents reported. Anti-social behaviour, which rose by 40% above the UK average, may be tied to the area’s built-up nature, where noise complaints and rowdy gatherings are more likely to occur. Shoplifting remained 58% above the UK average (0.9 per 1,000), a figure that may reflect the town’s retail presence and the seasonal rush of Christmas shoppers. Residents may find the 12 reported crimes per day (based on the 31-day December period) a useful benchmark for understanding local safety trends, though this figure remains lower than the UK average of roughly 15 crimes per day.

The crime rate in Sutton in Ashfield rose slightly from 9.2 per 1,000 in November to 9.5 per 1,000 in December 2025, a 3.2% increase. This upward trend, though modest, places the area well above the UK average, with its rate being 35.7% higher than the national figure of 7.0. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 12 crimes per day in December, a figure that, while higher than the UK average of 15 crimes per day, may be influenced by the specific demographic and geographic characteristics of Sutton in Ashfield. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 106 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not extreme, underscores the need for continued community engagement and policing efforts. When compared to the UK’s overall crime profile, Sutton in Ashfield’s elevated rates of violence and anti-social behaviour suggest a distinct local context—perhaps tied to the built-up nature of the area and the presence of social hubs that attract higher concentrations of activity. The population context further illustrates that, despite the higher rate, the absolute number of crimes (357) is manageable within the area’s 37,703 residents, though targeted interventions may still be warranted for categories such as public order offences, which saw a dramatic 92.3% increase. This comparison highlights both the challenges and opportunities for local authorities to address specific crime drivers while maintaining broader safety standards.