Sutton in Ashfield Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 37,703 residents, Sutton in Ashfield recorded 440 crimes in July 2025, equating to a crime rate of 11.7 per 1,000 people—36.0% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This places the area in a higher risk category compared to the national benchmark, though the specific nature of these crimes reflects local patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.3% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.6%) and shoplifting (12.5%). These figures align with the area’s seasonal dynamics, as July typically sees increased foot traffic due to tourism, festivals, and summer events. The dominance of violent crime may be linked to the town’s proximity to major transport routes and the presence of public spaces that attract both residents and visitors. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average, is consistent with the area’s built-up character and the density of residential and commercial zones. Shoplifting rates, at 131% above the UK average, suggest vulnerabilities in retail environments, possibly exacerbated by the summer influx of tourists and the timing of local festivals that draw crowds to high-street areas. The overall crime profile indicates a need for targeted interventions in public spaces and retail sectors, though the absence of significant property crime relative to violent offences suggests a different set of challenges compared to other urban centres. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, schools out, and festivals—likely contributes to the elevated rates, though the exact causal links remain complex to disentangle without further data.

July 2025 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, with robbery jumping by 200% (from 2 to 6 incidents) and theft from the person doubling (from 2 to 4). Public order offences also rose sharply by 81%, reaching 38 incidents, which may reflect the impact of summer festivals and increased foot traffic in public spaces. These spikes contrast with declines in bicycle theft (-16.7%) and vehicle crime (-13.6%), potentially due to reduced outdoor activity or changes in parking patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, with rates 32% above the UK average, a figure that may be amplified by the area’s built-up nature and the concentration of social hubs. Shoplifting, at 131% above the UK average, highlights specific vulnerabilities in retail environments, linked to the summer tourism peak. The contrast between property and violent crime trends is notable: while violent offences rose, property crime as a proportion of total crimes decreased slightly, suggesting a shift in criminal activity patterns. Residents may find the 200% increase in robbery particularly concerning, as it indicates a sudden surge in targeted attacks that could be linked to the area’s seasonal dynamics or unaddressed security gaps in public spaces.

The crime rate in Sutton in Ashfield for July 2025 (11.7 per 1,000 residents) marks a 20.2% increase from the previous month’s rate of 9.7 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 14 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may feel more tangible for residents. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 86 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small community. Compared to the UK average, Sutton in Ashfield’s crime rate is 36.0% higher, a disparity that may be influenced by the area’s built-up character and the concentration of public spaces that attract both residents and visitors. The monthly exposure figure—1 in 86 residents—provides a concrete sense of the scale of crime relative to the population, though it does not account for variations in individual risk factors. The increase from June to July aligns with the seasonal context of summer, when festivals, outdoor events, and school holidays typically drive higher foot traffic and create conditions conducive to certain types of crime. These patterns suggest that the area’s unique combination of urban density and seasonal activity plays a significant role in shaping its crime profile, even as it remains distinct from broader national trends.