Broxtowe Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Broxtowe's crime profile in November 2024, accounting for nearly 30% of all reported crimes. This category, with 225 incidents at 2.0 per 1,000 residents, remains 22% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The local authority's overall crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents is 11.8% lower than the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, reflecting a combination of effective policing and community initiatives. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.5 per 1,000, is the second most common category, but its 35% above UK average highlights persistent challenges in public order management. Shoplifting emerges as a notable concern, with 1.1 per 1,000 incidents compared to the national 0.7 per 1,000, likely driven by Black Friday retail activity and the area's retail presence. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, shorter daylight hours, and post-Christmas shopping—may contribute to increased violent crime. Broxtowe's crime picture is shaped by its urban-suburban mix, with retail hubs and community spaces generating both opportunities for crime and areas for targeted interventions.

November saw a 6.6% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 211 to 225 cases. This category, which constitutes 29.5% of all reported crimes, remains 22% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.5 per 1,000, is 35% above the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000, reflecting persistent challenges in public spaces. Shoplifting rates surged 59% above the UK average, with 1.1 per 1,000 incidents compared to the national 0.7 per 1,000. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell sharply by 43.1% (51 to 29 cases), likely linked to reduced holiday travel and post-Black Friday retail activity. The 75% rise in drug-related crimes from 12 to 21 cases suggests shifting patterns in illicit activity during the month.

Broxtowe's November 2024 crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 9.4% decrease from the previous month's 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. This monthly figure translates to approximately 25 crimes reported each day in the district, a consistent local benchmark that helps residents contextualise risk levels. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 150 residents, a monthly aggregate that highlights the relative safety of the area compared to national averages. Broxtowe's population of 114,565 means this rate is distributed across a broad base, with no single neighbourhood accounting for a disproportionate share. The decline aligns with seasonal patterns observed in similar areas, where reduced daylight hours and post-Christmas retail activity may contribute to lower crime volumes during the early winter months.