Arnold Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2024, Arnold recorded a crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.7% below the UK average of 8.1. This rate reflects a balanced distribution between property and violent crimes, with 70 property offences and 71 violent crimes reported. The most prevalent categories were violence and sexual offences (29.6% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.1%) and criminal damage and arson (11.3%). This equilibrium suggests a combination of local factors, including the area's mixed-use character as a built-up zone within Gedling. Seasonal shifts in October—shorter days, the clocks going back, and Halloween—may partly explain the rise in anti-social behaviour. The relatively low overall crime rate aligns with Arnold's status as a largely residential area with limited commercial density, though the proximity to larger urban centres could contribute to occasional spikes in specific offence types. The UK comparison highlights Arnold's performance as a safer locale, though the 33% below-average rate for violent crimes contrasts with the 131% above-average figure for drug-related offences, indicating localised challenges in certain categories.

October 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime types. Theft from the person surged by 200%, rising from one to three incidents, while anti-social behaviour increased by 120.8% (24 to 53). Criminal damage and arson also rose sharply by 42.1% (19 to 27), possibly linked to Halloween-related activity or seasonal property neglect. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 62.5% (8 to 3), and bicycle theft fell by 50% (2 to 1), likely reflecting reduced outdoor activity during colder evenings. Drug-related offences in Arnold were 131% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 33% below-average rate for violent crimes. This divergence suggests a need for targeted interventions in drug-related issues while maintaining the area's generally low violent crime profile. For residents, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour—a category that includes noise disturbances and vandalism—may be particularly concerning, given its 9% above-average UK rate and 120.8% month-on-month increase.

Arnold's crime rate in October 2024 rose slightly from 5.9 to 6.1 per 1,000 residents, a 3.0% increase compared to September. This places the area in the context of a localised fluctuation rather than a sustained trend. On a daily basis, Arnold experienced approximately eight crimes per day in October, a figure that may feel more tangible for residents than aggregate rates. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 164 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. With a population of 39,335, Arnold's relatively low crime density aligns with its character as a residential built-up area rather than a high-density urban centre. However, the 131% above-average rate for drug-related offences highlights a specific vulnerability, suggesting that localised factors—such as proximity to transport hubs or transient populations—may contribute to this disparity. The comparison to the UK average also underscores Arnold's success in maintaining low violent crime rates, though this achievement must be balanced against the challenges posed by drug-related activity.