Broxtowe Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Broxtowe's overall crime rate in February 2025 stood at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a consistent 25.4% reduction compared to the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This performance reflects a broader trend in the local authority district, which has maintained a crime profile significantly below national benchmarks. The most prevalent category of crime was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.5% of all reported incidents, followed by shoplifting (18.9%) and anti-social behaviour (15.6%). These figures align with Broxtowe's character as a mixed-use area with a blend of residential, retail, and educational zones. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributes to the subdued overall crime rate. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Broxtowe (1.7 per 1,000) is 28% below the UK average, suggesting effective local initiatives or demographic factors that mitigate such incidents. Meanwhile, shoplifting's prominence may be influenced by the area's retail presence, a factor that has persisted despite seasonal fluctuations. The data illustrates a combination of environmental factors, community dynamics, and policing strategies, with Broxtowe's performance offering a model for other areas to consider.

February 2025 saw a 70.3% decrease in vehicle crime compared to January, a significant drop that may reflect reduced outdoor activity during the winter months. This decline is consistent with Broxtowe's broader trend of maintaining crime rates well below the UK average for categories like vehicle crime (73% below) and drugs (60% below). Conversely, shoplifting increased by 24.1% to 108 incidents, the highest monthly total for this category in the past year, potentially linked to pre-spring retail activity or targeted policing shifts. Other theft also rose by 25.8%, though this remains below the UK average. The most striking UK comparison is in violence and sexual offences, where Broxtowe's rate (1.7 per 1,000) is 28% below the national average, a figure that may indicate successful community engagement or targeted interventions. Residents may find the 70.3% reduction in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it suggests that local measures—such as improved parking security or increased patrols in high-risk areas—could be contributing to this positive trend.

Broxtowe's February 2025 crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents represents a 9.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.5 per 1,000, continuing a downward trajectory that has been evident in recent months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 20 crimes per day in February, a figure that, while relatively low, still requires community vigilance. When contextualised by population, this translates to one reported crime for every 201 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. This statistic underscores Broxtowe's position as a relatively safe local authority district, though the monthly aggregate does not reflect daily fluctuations. The comparison with the previous month highlights the importance of sustained efforts in crime prevention, particularly in areas where crime rates have shown marked improvement, such as vehicle crime. While the overall trend is encouraging, the persistence of certain crime types, such as shoplifting, indicates that targeted strategies may still be necessary to address specific vulnerabilities in the local environment.