Carlton (Gedling) Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Carlton (Gedling) maintained a crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents in October 2023, a figure 32.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This performance positions the area as significantly safer than the national benchmark, though specific crime types reveal nuanced patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.6% of all incidents, a proportion slightly lower than the UK average of 33%, suggesting a marginally reduced risk of violent crime compared to other parts of the country. Anti-social behaviour (19.0% of total crimes) and shoplifting (17.6%) followed as the most prevalent categories, with the latter’s rate being 72% higher than the UK average. This disparity may be attributed to the area’s retail density, which could create opportunities for theft during peak shopping periods, such as those around Halloween. The seasonal context of October—shorter days, the clocks going back, and the approach of winter—likely influenced crime dynamics, as reduced daylight hours may deter some outdoor activity while concentrating incidents in well-lit areas. However, the overall crime rate’s consistent decline from the previous month’s 6.3 per 1,000 indicates a broader trend of improvement, though the persistence of shoplifting highlights the need for targeted interventions in retail zones. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted slightly, with property crimes making up 38% of the total (106 incidents) and violent crimes accounting for 32.6%, a mix that aligns with the characteristics of a built-up area where both economic and social factors contribute to crime patterns.

October 2023 saw notable reductions in several crime categories, including a 53.8% decrease in vehicle crime (from 13 to 6) and an 83.3% drop in possession of weapons (from 6 to 1). These declines may reflect heightened awareness during darker evenings or seasonal adjustments in policing priorities. Conversely, robbery incidents surged by 200%, rising from one to three, a sharp increase that warrants attention. Bicycle theft also doubled, from one to two, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in local security measures or increased theft opportunities during Halloween activities. Shoplifting remained a persistent issue, with a rate of 1.0 per 1,000 residents—72% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be linked to the area’s retail presence, which could attract opportunistic offenders during seasonal shopping periods. The overall crime mix shifted slightly, with violent crimes accounting for 32.6% of total incidents, compared to 33% in the UK, indicating a marginally lower proportion of violent crime in Carlton than nationally.

Carlton (Gedling) recorded a crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents in October 2023, a 13.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.3 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as shorter daylight hours and the transition from autumn to winter often correlate with reduced outdoor activity and associated crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately nine crimes per day, a figure that, while localised, provides context for residents assessing risk in their immediate surroundings. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 185 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This figure, when considered alongside the population of 51,560, illustrates that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime on a monthly basis, though targeted areas may experience concentrated activity. The drop in overall crime rate may also reflect the effectiveness of routine policing efforts or community engagement initiatives, though no specific programmes are cited in the data.