Gedling Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Gedling's violent crime rate in May 2024 stood at 2.0 per 1,000 residents, 30% below the UK average of 2.8. This marked divergence from national trends highlights the area's unique profile as a relatively low-violence local authority. The overall crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents places Gedling 23.8% below the UK average of 8.4, a gap consistent with its character as a mixed urban-rural district with significant retail and educational infrastructure. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.2% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 22.9%. These figures align with Gedling's established pattern of relatively low property crime rates. share of criminal damage and arson suggests ongoing challenges with vandalism. Seasonal factors in May, including extended daylight hours and public holidays, may partly explain the 31.4% month-on-month increase in overall crime, as outdoor activity and socialising typically correlate with higher incidents of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. The area's lower-than-average rates for vehicle crime (57% below UK) and theft from the person (100% below) reflect its relatively secure residential character, though the 3% rise in anti-social behaviour may indicate pressures from increased foot traffic during the spring season.

May 2024 saw an 183.3% increase in possession of weapons offences, rising from 6 to 17 cases. This spike, while small in absolute terms, is striking given the category's usual low incidence. Other theft also surged by 109.5%, jumping from 21 to 44 cases, reflecting potential shifts in local patterns or increased reporting. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped 20% to 20 incidents, possibly linked to reduced car-related activity during May's public holidays. The area's violent crime rate (2.0 per 1,000) is 30% below the UK average, a contrast to anti-social behaviour rates (1.5 per 1,000) which are 3% above the national benchmark. Residents may find the 100% drop in bicycle theft from 1 to 2 cases particularly notable, though this remains a minor category overall.

Gedling's crime rate in May 2024 rose 31.4% from the previous month's 4.9 to 6.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, still places the area 23.8% below the UK average. Daily crime figures reveal 25 crimes reported each day in Gedling, a rate that translates to one crime for every 156 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, though the local context suggests seasonal factors may have influenced the upward trend. The population of 120,179 means that the absolute number of crimes, while higher than April, remains proportionally lower than many comparable areas. The shift from April to May aligns with typical patterns in this region, where extended daylight and warmer weather often correlate with increased public activity and associated crime risks.