Gedling Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 120,179, Gedling recorded 592 crimes in September 2025, translating to a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 33.8% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, marking one of the most significant gaps between local and national rates in recent months. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (213 incidents, 36% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (107 incidents, 18%) and shoplifting (55 incidents, 9%). These patterns align with Gedling’s character as a mixed urban-rural district with a notable retail presence and a moderate student population, factors that may contribute to shoplifting trends and public order issues. Seasonal dynamics in September—such as the return of students to university campuses and the onset of darker evenings—likely play a role in the higher incidence of violent crimes and anti-social behaviour. The relatively low burglary rate (17 incidents, 3% of total) suggests effective community policing or secure housing stock, though the sharp rise in bicycle theft (3 incidents, a 200% increase from August) hints at vulnerabilities in transport infrastructure or parking security. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, remains a focal point for local authorities seeking to address specific areas of concern, such as the persistent gap in violent crime rates compared to national benchmarks.

September 2025 saw notable fluctuations in Gedling’s crime profile. Bicycle theft surged by 200%, rising from 1 to 3 incidents—a stark increase that may reflect the return of students to university campuses and the associated rise in cycling activity. Concurrently, theft from the person jumped by 150%, from 4 to 10 incidents, potentially linked to the influx of young people into the area during the freshers’ period. These increases contrast with declines in other categories: burglary fell by 34.6% (26 to 17 incidents), robbery dropped by 37.5% (8 to 5 incidents), and possession of weapons decreased by 58.3% (12 to 5 incidents). The latter trends may indicate the effectiveness of local initiatives targeting high-risk areas or a seasonal reduction in opportunistic crime as communities settle into routine. Violent crimes, while still the most common category, remained 30% below the UK average (1.8 vs 2.6 per 1,000), highlighting a persistent disparity in this area. Anti-social behaviour, another major concern, was 23% below the national rate, due to community engagement efforts or the influence of local demographics. The data underscores a combination of seasonal factors and local crime prevention strategies, with some areas showing marked improvement while others require closer attention.

Gedling’s crime rate in September 2025 (4.9 per 1,000) marked a 13.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.7 per 1,000, reflecting a broader trend of declining crime in the area. On a daily basis, residents faced approximately 20 reported crimes per day—a figure that, while seemingly high, places Gedling in the context of a local authority with a population of 120,179. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 203 residents, a statistic that provides a tangible measure of the monthly exposure to crime. When scaled to the population, this rate remains lower than the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community policing, socioeconomic stability, or urban planning—may be contributing to the area’s relative safety. However, the sharp rise in bicycle theft and theft from the person highlights the need for targeted interventions in specific sectors, such as transport hubs or student accommodation. The comparison to the previous month also reveals that while overall crime is falling, certain categories are bucking this trend, indicating that the area’s crime profile is not uniform and requires nuanced analysis. This data offers a valuable snapshot for residents, enabling them to contextualise their personal risk and understand the broader patterns shaping local safety.