Arnold Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Arnold's crime rate in August 2025 remained at 5.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure 27.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This performance highlights the area's consistent safety profile, particularly in comparison to national benchmarks. Anti-social behaviour was the most prevalent category, accounting for 29.7% of all reported crimes, followed by violence and sexual offences (28.5%) and shoplifting (10.8%). These figures suggest a pattern of low-level, community-focused incidents rather than high-severity crimes. The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, may have influenced some trends, such as the notable increase in shoplifting cases, which rose sharply compared to the previous month. This could be attributed to increased foot traffic in retail areas or the temporary absence of residents during the summer. However, the overall crime rate remained stable, with no significant spikes in violent or property crimes. The area's performance is consistent with its character as a built-up district within Gedling, where population density and community-focused policing likely contribute to the lower-than-average crime rates. While anti-social behaviour remains a persistent issue, its rate is still below the UK average for similar categories, indicating effective local interventions. The data also shows that Arnold's crime profile is relatively balanced, with no single category dominating the statistics. This suggests a well-managed approach to crime prevention, even as seasonal factors like August's tourism and holiday season create opportunities for certain types of incidents.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in August 2025 was a 56.3% increase in shoplifting cases, rising from 16 to 25 incidents. This surge aligns with August's status as a peak holiday month, when retail areas may see higher foot traffic and temporary absences from homes. Other crime also spiked by 125%, with nine incidents reported compared to four in July, though this category remains a small portion of the overall crime picture. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 50%, from six to three incidents, potentially reflecting reduced car usage during the summer months. Anti-social behaviour, the most common category, remained 23% above the UK average at 1.8 per 1,000, while violence and sexual offences were 41% below the UK rate at 1.7 per 1,000. These disparities suggest a localised balance between persistent low-level issues and areas where Arnold performs better than the national average.

Arnold's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 5.9 per 1,000 residents, a 2.5% decrease from July's 6.1 per 1,000. This slight decline contrasts with the broader seasonal context of August, a month typically marked by increased tourism and seasonal absences. On a daily basis, Arnold reported an average of seven crimes per day in August, a figure that, while localised, reflects the area's consistent pattern of low-level incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 170 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable in a built-up area like Arnold, where population density might otherwise suggest higher crime rates. The population of 39,335 further contextualises these figures, showing that the area's crime profile remains well below national benchmarks despite the seasonal dynamics of August.