Eastwood Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Eastwood's built-up area recorded a crime rate of 8.2 per 1,000 residents in October 2025, placing it 6.5% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of local conditions, with violence and sexual offences (58 cases, 37.2% of total) dominating the crime profile. Anti-social behaviour (37 cases, 23.7%) and shoplifting (22 cases, 14.1%) follow as the next most prevalent categories. The seasonal context of October – with clocks going back, darker evenings, and Halloween activities – likely contributes to increased visibility of certain crimes, particularly those linked to public spaces. While property crimes accounted for 28.8% of the total, violent offences constituted 37.2%, a shift that may reflect local demographics and community dynamics. The area's relatively high rate of anti-social behaviour (2.0 per 1,000, 59% above the UK average) suggests a need for targeted interventions in public spaces. Conversely, criminal damage and arson (0.5 per 1,000, 11% below UK average) and public order offences (0.4 per 1,000, 25% below UK average) indicate areas where Eastwood performs better than the national benchmark. These patterns highlight the importance of understanding local context – Eastwood's proximity to Broxtowe's urban core and its mix of residential and commercial areas likely shape these trends. The seasonal transition from autumn to winter, with reduced daylight hours, may also influence crime patterns, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or nightlife activity.

October saw a dramatic 270% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 10 to 37 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in drug-related offences, contrasts sharply with significant declines in burglary (-81.3%) and vehicle crime (-66.7%). Violence and sexual offences also climbed by 45%, reaching 58 cases – a rate of 3.1 per 1,000, 17% above the UK average. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell 11% below the national benchmark, suggesting localized factors may be influencing these trends. The 59% gap between Eastwood's anti-social behaviour rate and the UK average (1.3 vs 2.0 per 1,000) underscores a pressing local issue requiring focused intervention. These fluctuations highlight the area's complex crime dynamics, where seasonal factors like shorter evenings and Halloween may exacerbate certain behaviours.

Eastwood's crime rate in October 2025 rose to 8.2 per 1,000 residents, a 10.6% increase from the previous month's 7.4 per 1,000. This shift means the area now experiences roughly 5 crimes per day, a figure that provides context for local residents assessing daily risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 122 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains relevant for understanding community safety. Comparing this to the area's population of 18,970, the increase in violent and anti-social crime types suggests a need for targeted local responses. While property crimes decreased slightly, the rise in violent offences highlights a growing concern in Eastwood's built-up area. These figures, when considered alongside the UK average, reveal Eastwood's distinct challenges in maintaining public safety compared to national trends.