Carlton (Gedling) Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

November 2023 presented a mixed picture for Carlton (Gedling), with overall crime remaining 32% below the UK average at 5.1 per 1,000 residents. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (33.7% of total incidents) and anti-social behaviour (18.6%), both of which fell significantly below national averages. This contrasted with the notable rise in vehicle crime, which surged by 166.7%, potentially influenced by the season’s shorter daylight hours and increased retail activity. The month’s context—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday, and the transition to darker evenings—may have played a role in shaping these patterns. While anti-social behaviour and violence were lower than UK averages, the sharp increase in vehicle crime highlights a vulnerability that warrants attention. The data also shows that shoplifting. from October, remained above the UK average, suggesting that targeted retail strategies or seasonal shopping pressures may have contributed to this outcome. As a built-up area within Gedling, Carlton (Gedling) appears to balance urban challenges with relatively strong community or policing efforts, though the vehicle crime surge indicates a need for further scrutiny of specific locations or times of day. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, underscores the importance of maintaining vigilance in areas where vehicle-related incidents are concentrated.

November 2023 marked a sharp rise in vehicle crime, surging by 166.7% from 6 to 16 incidents—a stark increase that may partly explain the heightened focus on this category. This spike, occurring against the backdrop of Black Friday shopping and dark evenings, could reflect increased opportunities for theft in parking areas or vehicle-related crimes. Meanwhile, other theft rose by 27.8%, linked to seasonal retail activity, while shoplifting fell by 34.7%, due to increased security measures or altered consumer behavior. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 33.7% of all incidents, though this category was 34% below the UK average. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high vehicle turnover or retail presence, as these factors may contribute to the recent trends. The data also reveals that categories like burglary and robbery were 71% and 100% below UK averages, respectively, suggesting that Carlton (Gedling) continues to outperform national benchmarks in these areas.

Carlton (Gedling) recorded a crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents in November 2023, a 5.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.4 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, aligns with broader trends observed in similar built-up areas during late autumn. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 9 crimes reported each day, a figure that, while locally contextual, provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 195 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the area’s comparatively low crime profile relative to the UK average. This statistic, when considered alongside the population of 51,560, underscores the area’s resilience in maintaining safety despite seasonal challenges such as shorter daylight hours and increased foot traffic during events like Black Friday. The data suggests that while crime remains a concern, the local context—potentially shaped by community engagement or infrastructure—may contribute to this lower exposure rate compared to national benchmarks.