Carlton (Gedling) Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Carlton (Gedling)'s crime profile in July 2025, accounting for 30.6% of all reported crimes. At 5.4 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's overall crime rate is 37.2% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures highlights the area's relatively low exposure to crime, though the persistent presence of violent incidents remains a focal point. The breakdown shows anti-social behaviour (20.9%) and shoplifting (15.5%) as the next most common categories, suggesting a mix of public order challenges and retail-related theft. July's peak summer season, with schools out and festivals in full swing, likely contributes to these patterns, as open spaces and increased foot traffic may heighten opportunities for certain crimes. However, the area's lower-than-average rates across most categories—particularly property crimes (1.7% of UK average) and violent crimes (44% below UK average)—indicate effective policing or community factors that mitigate broader crime trends. The relatively high proportion of violence and sexual offences compared to other categories may reflect local dynamics such as nightlife activity or targeted interventions from the data alone. This month's figures underscore the importance of addressing violent crime while maintaining the area's overall safety record.

July 2025 saw notable shifts in Carlton (Gedling)'s crime profile. Drug-related offences surged by 80% (from 5 to 9 incidents), a sharp increase that may reflect seasonal patterns or targeted enforcement efforts. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 31% (from 29 to 20), possibly linked to summer maintenance activities or reduced vandalism during peak tourist season. The area's violent crime category, while remaining the largest single category, is 44% below the UK average (3.0 per 1,000 vs 3.0 per 1,000), suggesting effective local strategies for reducing serious incidents. Shoplifting. from 54 to 43, still exceeds the UK average by 23% (0.8 vs 0.7 per 1,000), indicating that retail areas may remain vulnerable despite the decline. Anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 20.9% of all crimes, is 29% below the UK average (1.6 per 1,000), pointing to community initiatives that could be replicable elsewhere. Residents might find the 5.4 crime rate particularly reassuring, as it places Carlton well below the national benchmark. The increase in drug offences, however, raises questions about whether this reflects a genuine rise or improved reporting mechanisms, though no definitive explanation is available from the data.

Carlton (Gedling)'s crime rate in July 2025 (5.4 per 1,000) represents a 10.9% decline from June's 6.1 per 1,000, continuing a downward trend that has likely been reinforced by seasonal factors. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 9 crimes per day over the month, a figure that, while modest, reflects the persistent nature of local crime patterns. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 185 residents over the course of July—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than many comparable areas. The population context is particularly telling: with 51,560 residents, Carlton's crime numbers suggest a balance between urban density and community cohesion that may contribute to its lower-than-average rates. The 37.2% gap from the UK average (8.6 per 1,000) is particularly striking, as it implies that Carlton's residents face roughly half the risk of experiencing crime compared to the national average. This contrast is even more pronounced in categories like burglary (63% below UK average) and vehicle crime (49% below UK average), where the area's performance is exceptional. However, the 23% gap above the UK average for shoplifting (0.8 vs 0.7 per 1,000) serves as a reminder that no locality is entirely immune to specific crime challenges. These comparisons highlight both the effectiveness of local crime prevention efforts and the need for targeted interventions in areas where Carlton still lags behind national benchmarks.