Broxtowe Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Broxtowe's December 2025 crime profile shows a nuanced balance between property and violent crime, with property offences slightly outnumbering violent crimes despite the latter's significant presence. The overall crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents places the area 21.4% below the UK average, a consistent trend that reflects Broxtowe's broader safety profile. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime mix, accounting for 34.9% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.9%) and shoplifting (11.8%). This distribution aligns with the area's characteristics as a largely suburban district with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, extended dark evenings, and holiday-related absences—may have influenced certain crime patterns. For instance, the relatively high rate of shoplifting (0.7 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.6) could be attributed to increased retail activity, while the sharp decline in theft from the person (-50%) may indicate effective policing around high-footfall areas. The prominence of anti-social behaviour suggests ongoing community challenges, linked to the area's mix of housing types and population demographics. Meanwhile, the lower-than-average rates for violent crimes—26% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences—suggest that Broxtowe's social environment may be less prone to severe violent incidents compared to other parts of the country. This could be due to a combination of factors, including strong community engagement, effective local policing, or the area's geographic and demographic profile. The data also reveals regional disparities in specific crime types, with burglary rates 43% above the UK average, indicating localized vulnerabilities that may require targeted interventions. These patterns underscore the importance of context-specific analysis when interpreting crime statistics, as national averages often mask significant variations at the local level.

December 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with vehicle crime rising by 25% compared to November, reaching 30 incidents. This increase may reflect heightened traffic activity during the festive season or changes in parking behaviour. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 50%, dropping from four to two incidents, a decline that could be linked to increased security measures or reduced foot traffic during holiday periods. The balance between property and violent crime remained tilted towards property offences, with 232 property crimes recorded against 219 violent crimes. However, the share of violent crimes in the overall mix has decreased slightly compared to previous months. Shoplifting rates dropped by 43.5%, from 131 to 74 incidents, despite being 23% above the UK average. This contrast highlights the combination of local factors and national trends, with Broxtowe's retail environment appearing to drive shoplifting rates even as seasonal measures may have mitigated some incidents.

Broxtowe's December 2025 crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents marks a 20.5% decrease from November's 6.9, reflecting a sustained decline in overall crime. This reduction is evident in daily figures, with an average of 20 crimes reported per day across the 31-day period. When scaled to the local population of 114,565, this equates to one reported crime for every 182 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure provides a snapshot of risk, it does not account for the distribution of crimes across different areas or times of day. The local rate remains 21.4% below the UK average, a gap that has narrowed slightly from previous months but still indicates Broxtowe's continued performance as a relatively safe area compared to national trends. This contrast is particularly notable in property crime categories, where burglary rates are 43% above the UK average, suggesting localized factors such as housing stock or community dynamics may influence specific crime types differently than broader national patterns.