Sandiacre Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of Sandiacre's population size (9,124 residents), 67 crimes reported in May 2025 equate to a crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 people—9.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This rate translates to roughly one reported crime for every 136 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the scale of criminal activity relative to the local population. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 40.3% of all reported incidents (27 cases), significantly exceeding the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000 (111% above). Violence and sexual offences followed closely, making up 28.4% of the total (19 cases), but this category was 26% below the UK average. The seasonal context of May—characterised by bank holidays, longer evenings, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to the prominence of anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which together accounted for 50.8% of all crimes. This pattern aligns with typical trends in mixed-use areas where community spaces see heightened activity during warmer months. The relatively low rates of burglary (1.5% of total crimes) and shoplifting (1.5%) suggest that property-related crimes are not a dominant concern in Sandiacre compared to other parts of the UK, though this could reflect both effective local policing and the area's demographic profile.

May 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to April. Drug-related offences doubled from 0 to 1, while robbery also increased from 0 to 1, marking a 100% rise in both categories. Public order offences rose by 40% (from 5 to 7), potentially linked to the extended evenings and social gatherings typical of May. Conversely, burglary and shoplifting both decreased by 50% (from 2 to 1), and other theft fell by 33.3% (from 3 to 2), suggesting improved security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes. Anti-social behaviour remained the most significant category, with its rate (3.0 per 1,000) far exceeding the UK average (1.4 per 1,000), a disparity that highlights the need for targeted community engagement strategies. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences were 26% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Sandiacre's lower rates of violent crime compared to national benchmarks. These figures underscore the importance of addressing anti-social behaviour while maintaining the positive momentum in reducing property-related crimes.

Sandiacre's crime rate in May 2025 (7.3 per 1,000) represented an 11.9% decrease from April's rate of 8.3 per 1,000, indicating a downward trend in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, this translated to approximately 2 crimes reported per day across the 31-day period—a figure that provides a tangible sense of the local crime frequency for residents. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 136 residents offers a broader perspective on the likelihood of encountering crime in Sandiacre. This rate is lower than the UK average, reflecting the area's relatively safe environment despite the prominence of anti-social behaviour. The comparison to April also highlights the significance of month-on-month fluctuations, with the decline in burglary and shoplifting contributing to the overall reduction. However, the increase in drug-related and public order offences suggests that certain challenges persist, requiring tailored interventions to address these specific issues without compromising the progress made in other areas. These comparative metrics help residents understand their local context within both national and temporal frames, enabling informed discussions about community safety and policing priorities.