Arnold Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Arnold’s crime profile in November 2025 reveals a marked contrast with the UK average, particularly in shoplifting rates that are 43% above the national figure. The built-up area within Gedling recorded a total crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.7% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This divergence is most striking in property crimes, where shoplifting (36 incidents, 16.7% of total crimes) significantly outpaces the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. The seasonal context of November—marked by Black Friday shopping, extended evening darkness, and Bonfire Night—likely contributes to this anomaly. Violence and sexual offences (69 incidents, 31.9% of total crimes) remain the most prevalent category, though they are 30% below the UK average. This suggests a combination of local demographics and seasonal pressures, with retail activity in Arnold’s commercial areas potentially driving shoplifting incidents. Anti-social behaviour (35 incidents, 16.2% of total crimes) also features prominently, though it is 15% below the UK average, possibly reflecting community policing efforts or lower population density in certain areas. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, shows a seasonal shift in crime patterns, with property crimes dominating over violent crimes. This aligns with typical November trends where retail-focused crimes increase during pre-Christmas shopping periods, while violent crimes may decrease due to colder weather and reduced outdoor activity. The data underscores the need to monitor retail crime hotspots in Arnold’s high streets during this period, while the relatively low violent crime rate may indicate effective community engagement or police presence in the area.

November 2025 saw sharp increases in robbery (+300%), shoplifting (+100%), and bicycle theft (+100%) compared to October. These spikes align with the seasonal context of Black Friday shopping, which likely intensified retail-related crimes. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 70% (from 10 to 3 incidents), possibly due to reduced car usage during colder weather or increased vehicle security measures. Burglary also fell by 66.7% (from 6 to 2 incidents), which may reflect improved home security or fewer opportunities during shorter evenings. The shoplifting rate of 0.9 per 1,000—43% above the UK average—highlights a specific challenge for Arnold’s retailers, with 36 incidents accounting for 16.7% of all crimes. This suggests that local businesses may need targeted crime prevention strategies during peak shopping periods. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour (35 incidents) remained a persistent issue but was 15% below the UK average, indicating a relatively stable community environment. The rise in bicycle theft, though minor (1 incident), underscores the need for increased visibility of bike parking in public areas. These month-on-month changes illustrate how seasonal and economic factors can rapidly shift crime patterns, requiring agile policing and community response.

Arnold’s crime rate in November 2025 (5.5 per 1,000) represents a 4.9% decline from October’s rate of 5.8 per 1,000, indicating a slight but consistent trend toward lower overall crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 7 crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that provides residents with a tangible sense of the local crime frequency. When scaled to the population of 39,335 residents, this equates to one reported crime occurring for every 182 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable urban areas. This statistic, while localised to Arnold, offers a direct measure of how crime impacts the community on an individual level. The previous month’s rate (5.8 per 1,000) suggests a gradual improvement in public safety, though the sharp increase in shoplifting and robbery highlights the volatility of crime trends. Arnold’s lower-than-average violent crime rate (1.8 per 1,000) and significantly reduced burglary and vehicle crime rates (both 67% and 75% below UK averages) position it as a relatively safe area compared to the national context. However, the elevated shoplifting rate serves as a reminder that localised challenges can persist even within areas with overall low crime rates. The combination of these figures illustrates a nuanced picture where general safety is maintained, but specific vulnerabilities—particularly in retail crime—require targeted attention.