Broxtowe Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 114,565, Broxtowe reported 876 crimes in May 2024, translating to a crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 8.3% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, suggesting a relatively safer environment compared to national trends. The most prevalent crime types were anti-social behaviour (259 incidents, 29.6% of total), followed by violence and sexual offences (217, 24.8%) and shoplifting (140, 16.0%). These patterns align with seasonal dynamics in May, when extended evenings and bank holidays often correlate with increased social activity and outdoor drinking. Anti-social behaviour, in particular, may be linked to the area's mix of urban and semi-rural spaces, where public spaces become more crowded during warmer weather. While shoplifting rates are higher than the UK average (87% above), this could reflect the presence of retail hubs or high foot traffic areas. Violent crime, though lower than the UK average (33% below), remains a persistent concern, influenced by the area's community dynamics and local demographics. The data illustrates a combination of seasonal factors and local characteristics, with some crime types showing marked sensitivity to environmental shifts.

May 2024 saw a 76.2% increase in anti-social behaviour cases compared to April, rising from 147 to 259 incidents. This surge, which exceeds the UK average for the category by 59%, may be attributed to the extended evenings and social gatherings typical of the month. Meanwhile, shoplifting incidents (140) remain 87% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), highlighting a potential vulnerability in retail security or a specific local pattern. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 81.8% (from 11 to 2), possibly due to seasonal changes in cycling activity or improved security measures. Other notable shifts include a 68.8% increase in 'other theft' and a 26.3% rise in 'other crime', suggesting emerging patterns or unaddressed vulnerabilities. On the decline side, possession of weapons fell by 37.5% (from 8 to 5), and theft from the person dropped by 50.0% (from 4 to 2), which could indicate the effectiveness of local initiatives or natural seasonal variations. The balance between property and violent crimes also shifted slightly, with property crimes (315) accounting for 35.9% of total incidents, compared to 24.8% for violent crimes. Residents may find the 87% above UK average for shoplifting particularly relevant, as it underscores areas for targeted intervention.

Broxtowe's crime rate in May 2024 (7.7 per 1,000) marks a 26.7% increase from the previous month's rate of 6.0 per 1,000. This rise, while significant, still positions the area below the UK average. On a daily basis, the local figure reveals 28 crimes reported each day in May, a rate that could be contextualised within the area's population and community size. Over the course of the month, 1 crime was reported for roughly every 131 residents, a metric that provides a tangible sense of risk for local households. When compared to the national picture, Broxtowe's performance on specific categories like anti-social behaviour (59% above UK average) and shoplifting (87% above) highlights unique local challenges, while categories such as vehicle crime (57% below UK average) and burglary (35% below) suggest effective policing or community engagement in those areas. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that, despite the month-on-month increase, Broxtowe's overall crime profile remains more favourable than the UK average, with the exception of a few categories. This contrast underscores the importance of targeted interventions in areas where local rates diverge significantly from national trends, while maintaining strengths in other domains.