Carlton (Gedling) Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2025, Carlton (Gedling) recorded 250 crimes across its population of 51,560 residents, equating to a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000—a figure that is 31% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This relatively low rate underscores the area’s generally safer profile, though specific crime types reveal localized trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36% of all crimes, with 90 incidents reported, while anti-social behaviour and shoplifting followed closely, contributing 14.8% and 13.6% respectively. These figures, while lower than the UK average for most categories, highlight a sharp increase in shoplifting, which rose by 61.9% compared to December, and a doubling of theft from the person, both of which may be influenced by the post-holiday period and reduced retail footfall. The seasonal context of January—shorter days, colder weather, and the end of the festive season—likely contributes to these patterns, as outdoor activity diminishes and retail environments become less crowded. The overall crime mix suggests a balance between violent and property-related offences, with the latter being particularly prominent in shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. While the area remains safer than the UK average, the rise in certain categories indicates the need for ongoing monitoring and community engagement to address emerging trends.

January 2025 marked a notable rise in theft from the person, doubling from zero to two incidents, and a 100% increase in bicycle theft, both of which are unusual for the area. Shoplifting also rose sharply, increasing by 61.9% to 34 incidents, a figure that is 13% above the UK average for this category. This contrast with the significant decline in burglary—down 30% from 10 to 7 cases—suggests shifting patterns in criminal activity. The overall crime mix shows a strong emphasis on violent and anti-social offences, which account for 50.8% of all crimes, yet these categories remain below the UK average. For instance, violence and sexual offences occurred at a rate of 1.8 per 1,000, 28% below the UK average. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions in retail areas, where shoplifting is rising, while also noting the relative safety in residential zones, where burglary has decreased.

Carlton (Gedling) saw a 20.3% increase in its crime rate from 4.0 per 1,000 in December 2024 to 4.9 per 1,000 in January 2025. This rise, while modest, translates to roughly 8 crimes reported each day in January—a figure that, while low in absolute terms, reflects local patterns of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 206 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Carlton well below the UK average. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it illustrates the relatively low frequency of crime relative to the area’s population size. The shift from December to January may also be influenced by seasonal factors, such as reduced daylight hours and the post-holiday period, which can affect both retail footfall and community activity. While the daily crime count remains low, the increase in specific categories like shoplifting and theft from the person suggests localized pressures that warrant attention.