Nuthall and Watnall Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

June 2023 marked a notable shift in the crime profile of Nuthall and Watnall, a built-up area within Broxtowe, with a recorded crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents—34.1% below the UK average of 8.5. This relatively low rate aligns with the area’s character as a suburban environment with limited commercial density compared to major urban centres. The most common crimes were anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences, each accounting for 24.1% of total reported incidents. These categories remained significantly below UK averages, with violence and sexual offences 52% below the national rate. Seasonal factors may have influenced patterns, as June marks the start of the summer period, when longer daylight hours can shift activity patterns. However, the area’s crime profile suggests a stable, low-risk environment, with property crimes (24 total) and violent crimes (14 total) balanced against a broader range of lesser-severity offences. The relatively low prevalence of violent crime may reflect the area’s demographic makeup, which likely includes a mix of residential communities with limited exposure to high-risk environments. While the overall rate is lower than the UK average, the data highlights the need for targeted vigilance in areas where specific crime types, such as burglary, have shown sudden fluctuations.

The most striking change in June 2023 was a 300% increase in burglary, rising from 1 to 4 incidents—a dramatic shift that outpaced all other month-on-month variations. This surge, while small in absolute terms, suggests a potential vulnerability in residential security during the summer months, possibly linked to increased property visibility or temporary absences from homes. Concurrently, shoplifting and theft from the person both doubled, with shoplifting jumping from 1 to 3 and theft from the person rising from 0 to 1. These increases may be connected to seasonal tourism patterns, though the area’s proximity to major urban hubs like Nottingham could also influence such trends. On the other hand, violence and sexual offences fell by 26.3%, declining from 19 to 14, a reduction that contrasts with the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000 (which is itself 52% below the national rate). This decrease could reflect a combination of factors, including seasonal transitions or targeted local initiatives. Anti-social behaviour, the most frequent category, remained 5% below the UK average, suggesting that the area’s community dynamics may naturally mitigate such incidents. Vehicle crime was 6% above the UK average, highlighting a potential need for focused measures in parking areas or transport hubs.

June 2023 saw Nuthall and Watnall’s crime rate rise 11.5% from the previous month’s 5.0 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents, a moderate increase within the context of the area’s historically low rates. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 30-day period—a figure that, while seemingly small, underscores the importance of consistent community engagement in crime prevention. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 178 residents, a statistic that provides a tangible sense of risk for local residents. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which is not directly comparable due to the lack of a national daily figure. The population context further highlights the area’s safety: with 10,323 residents, the 58 total crimes represent a manageable volume for local policing resources. The rise in burglary, however, introduces a new layer of concern, particularly as this category exceeded its previous month’s count by 300%. Residents may find the 1-in-178 figure useful for contextualising their personal risk, though the overall trend remains one of relative security compared to the UK average.