Gedling Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Gedling's crime profile in March 2024, comprising 32% of all reported crimes. With an overall crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 29.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance contrasts with national trends, where violence and sexual offences typically account for a higher share of total crime. The data shows a marked seasonal shift as March transitions to spring, with longer evenings likely contributing to increased opportunities for violent incidents. While anti-social behaviour accounts for 22.9% of crimes, its rate (1.3 per 1,000) is 12% above the UK average, suggesting local factors such as community dynamics or policing strategies may play a role. Property crimes, including shoplifting and burglary, remain below UK levels, with shoplifting at 0.6 per 1,000 (2% below national rates) and burglary at 0.3 per 1,000 (6% below). The low rate of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000, 79% below UK average) may reflect Gedling's urban character, where fewer cars are parked in open spaces compared to rural areas. This month's data highlights a combination of local demographics, policing effectiveness, and seasonal changes, with violence emerging as the most significant concern for residents.

March 2024 saw a 210% increase in burglary, rising from 10 to 31 incidents. This sharp rise, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, may reflect seasonal patterns as warmer weather encourages more outdoor activity. Bicycle theft also surged by 200%, with three incidents reported—double the previous month's count. Theft from the person increased by 50%.0 per 1,000, 100% below the UK average. Conversely, robbery dropped by 85.7% (from 7 to 1), a decline that may be linked to increased police presence or community awareness campaigns. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, but Gedling's rate (1.7 per 1,000) is 36% lower, suggesting effective local interventions. Anti-social behaviour, however, is 12% above the UK average, with 1.3 per 1,000 incidents. Residents might find the 21 daily crime figure (654 total crimes over 31 days) useful for context, though this remains significantly lower than the UK average. The stark contrast between Gedling's burglary rate and the UK average highlights the need for targeted prevention strategies in high-risk areas.

Gedling's crime rate in March 2024 rose 14.3% compared to February's 4.8 per 1,000, though it remains well below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 184 residents, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate significantly lower than the UK average. This 1-in-184 ratio underscores Gedling's relative safety compared to national standards, even as crime rates increase slightly. The daily crime count of 21 incidents (654 total over 31 days) provides a tangible snapshot for residents, though this figure is still 30% below the UK average when scaled to Gedling's population. The rise in burglary and bicycle theft must be weighed against the broader context of Gedling's consistently low crime rates for property offences. For perspective, the UK average for burglary is 0.3 per 1,000, which Gedling's 0.3 per 1,000 matches exactly. This suggests that while local factors may be driving recent increases, Gedling's overall performance remains firmly in line with national best practices for property crime prevention. The 14.3% month-on-month increase, though notable, does not indicate a trend toward higher crime rates but rather a temporary fluctuation within a historically low-crime environment.