Nottingham Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Nottingham's crime profile in October 2023 reveals a stark contrast to the UK average, with a rate of 14.0 per 1,000 residents—75% higher than the national average of 8.0. The city's crime mix underscores a combination of urban dynamics and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 27.6% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (26.2%) and shoplifting (9.4%). These figures highlight the dominance of interpersonal and public order issues over property-related crimes, a pattern consistent with a major urban centre where nightlife, high streets, and densely populated areas intersect. The prevalence of anti-social behaviour, which is 189% above the UK average, may partly explain the higher rates of public order offences (36% above UK average) and criminal damage (43% above UK average). October’s darker evenings and Halloween festivities likely contributed to increased anti-social activity. Meanwhile, shoplifting saw a 19.8% monthly decline, possibly reflecting seasonal shopping patterns or improved retail security measures. The city’s crime picture remains shaped by its role as a regional hub with a mix of historic and modern districts, where high foot traffic and social gatherings create opportunities for both violent and disorderly incidents.

October 2023 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 37.7% (130 to 179 incidents) and robbery increasing by 37.5% (48 to 66). These rises may reflect heightened traffic congestion in central areas or changes in vehicle security practices. Conversely, shoplifting declined by 19.8% (541 to 434), potentially linked to reduced foot traffic in retail zones during the month. Theft from the person also fell sharply by 46.1% (76 to 41), though this decrease is not directly tied to any identifiable factor in the data. The city’s violent crime rate—3.9 per 1,000—was 44% above the UK average, a figure that underscores ongoing challenges in addressing interpersonal violence. Anti-social behaviour, at 3.7 per 1,000, remains an outlier, 189% above the national average, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in high-risk neighbourhoods. Vehicle crime was the only category below the UK average (4% below), a rare positive deviation that may indicate effective local policing strategies or improved vehicle security measures. Residents may find the 19.8% drop in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it could signal a temporary reprieve in retail-related crime.

Nottingham’s crime rate in October 2023 (14.0 per 1,000) was 2.0% higher than the previous month’s rate of 13.7, a change that falls within the margin of statistical stability. This equates to roughly 149 crimes reported per day—a figure that, while high, is consistent with the city’s urban profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 72 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents in a densely populated area. Compared to the UK average, Nottingham’s crime rate remains significantly elevated, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour far outpacing national trends. The population context reveals that 331,077 residents are exposed to 4,621 crimes in a single month, translating to a 1-in-72 chance of being directly affected. This scale of activity contrasts sharply with smaller or more rural areas, where lower population density and different socio-economic factors typically result in lower crime rates. The city’s proximity to major transport links and its role as a cultural and commercial hub likely contribute to its higher exposure. Residents living in central Nottingham, where high streets and nightlife zones are concentrated, may experience crime rates that are even higher than the local authority average, though this is not quantified in the provided data.