Balderton Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Balderton's crime profile in May 2025 illustrates a combination of local patterns and national trends. The overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents — 28.4% below the UK average of 8.1 — reflects the area's status as a built-up district within Newark and Sherwood, where community cohesion and policing strategies appear to have mitigated broader national risks. Anti-social behaviour remains the most prevalent category, accounting for 32.6% of all incidents, a figure that is 34% higher than the UK average. This suggests a need for targeted interventions in specific locations, such as public spaces with high foot traffic or areas near local amenities. Meanwhile, violent crime rates in Balderton are 43% below the UK average, with 24 incidents reported — a figure that aligns with the area's lower population density and relatively stable social environment. The seasonal context of May, with its longer evenings and increased outdoor activity, may partly explain the 100% surge in burglary and drugs-related crimes, as these conditions can create opportunities for opportunistic offenders. However, the significant declines in public order offences and 'other crime' categories indicate that some policing efforts or community initiatives may be having a positive impact, though further analysis would be required to confirm this. Overall, the data suggests that Balderton's crime profile is shaped by both localised factors and broader demographic trends, with the area's built-up character playing a key role in moderating national crime rates.

Burglary saw the most dramatic month-on-month change in May, surging by 100% from 3 to 6 incidents. This spike, coupled with a 100% increase in drugs-related crimes and robbery, contrasts sharply with an 80% drop in 'other crime' and a 66.7% decrease in public order offences. Anti-social behaviour remains the most common crime category, accounting for 32.6% of all incidents, and is 34% above the UK average. This divergence highlights a localised challenge in managing disruptive behaviour despite overall crime declines. Meanwhile, violent crime rates in Balderton are 43% below the UK average, with 24 incidents reported — a figure consistent with the area's lower population density and community-focused policing efforts. Residents may find the 100% increase in burglary particularly concerning, as it suggests potential vulnerabilities in property security that warrant further attention.

Balderton's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 12.2% decrease from April's 6.6 per 1,000. This marks the third consecutive month of decline, though the pace slowed compared to previous drops. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 3 crimes per day in May, a figure that, while low, reflects the built-up nature of the area and its relative safety compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 173 residents — a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. This statistic, when contextualised against Balderton's population of 14,905, suggests that residents face a crime risk significantly below the national average. However, the distribution of crime types reveals localised patterns, such as anti-social behaviour rates exceeding UK averages, which may partly explain the need for targeted policing strategies in specific neighbourhoods.