Gedling Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Gedling's crime profile in January 2026 reveals a distinct balance of crime types that diverges from national patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominate with 40.5% of all reported crimes, a share significantly higher than the UK average for this category (16% below). This suggests a localised concentration of incidents in areas with higher social interaction or potential vulnerabilities, though seasonal factors may play a role. Anti-social behaviour follows closely with 12.5% of total crimes, and shoplifting accounts for 8.9%, both below UK averages. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday, shorter days, and reduced retail footfall—likely contributes to lower shoplifting rates but may not fully explain the elevated violence figures. The area’s crime mix appears to reflect a combination of urban dynamics and community-specific pressures. Property crimes account for only 28.6% of total incidents (190 crimes), compared to 44.3% nationally, indicating a relatively lower proportion of burglary, vehicle crime, and theft from the person. This divergence could stem from Gedling’s geographical characteristics, such as a lower density of commercial zones or a more dispersed residential layout. The overall crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents, 23.5% below the UK average, underscores Gedling’s position as a relatively safer area, though the concentration of violent crime warrants further scrutiny.

January 2026 saw stark shifts in crime trends for Gedling. Robbery rates surged by 80%, jumping from 5 to 9 incidents, a marked increase that could signal heightened vulnerability in certain areas or changes in policing focus. Possession of weapons also rose sharply, with a 57.1% increase from 7 to 11 reports, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 43%. Meanwhile, shoplifting decreased by 16.4% (from 67 to 56), possibly reflecting reduced retail activity during the post-holiday period. Vehicle crime dropped by 24% (from 25 to 19), which may align with shorter daylight hours limiting opportunities for such crimes. The breakdown of crime types highlights a significant anomaly: 'other crime' accounts for 6.7% of total incidents, 150% above the UK average. This category, which includes unclassified or complex offences, may reflect underreporting or specific localised issues. The violent crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents, 16% below the UK average, contrasts with the higher-than-average rates for 'other crime', illustrating a mixed picture of safety and risk. Residents might find the 80% increase in robbery particularly concerning, as it indicates a potential rise in targeted incidents.

Gedling’s crime rate remained stable in January 2026, matching the previous month’s rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 20 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 191 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, though specific categories like 'other crime' and 'possession of weapons' deviate significantly. The population context reveals that Gedling’s 120,179 residents face a crime environment that is both safer in aggregate and distinct in its distribution. While the overall rate is 23.5% below the UK average, the localised spikes in certain categories—particularly 'other crime'—suggest areas for targeted intervention. The stability in the monthly rate indicates no major shifts in crime patterns, but the disparity between Gedling and the UK average in specific categories highlights the need for granular analysis. For residents, the 20 daily crimes offer a tangible benchmark for understanding local safety, though the variation in crime types complicates a straightforward assessment of risk.