Nottingham Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Nottingham’s August 2025 crime rate of 11.8 per 1,000 residents places it 45.7% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure underscores the city’s ongoing challenge with crime, particularly in violent and property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences (32.5% of all crimes) remain the most prevalent category, with a rate of 3.8 per 1,000—32% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (18.3% of total crimes) follows closely, at 2.2 per 1,000, and is 51% above the national average. These statistics reflect the combination of social dynamics in a major urban centre, where high population density and diverse demographics can contribute to elevated crime rates. Seasonal factors also play a role, as August is a peak holiday month, potentially increasing opportunities for burglary in empty homes and affecting retail crime patterns. However, the data also highlights areas for improvement: while violent crime remains a concern, property-related offences like shoplifting and vehicle crime show lower rates compared to other categories. The city’s crime profile is thus a mix of persistent challenges and pockets of relative stability, requiring targeted policing and community engagement to address the most pressing issues.

August 2025 saw a notable shift in Nottingham’s crime profile, with increases in 'other crime' (+46.8%) and possession of weapons (+35.2%) compared to July. These rises, while significant, were offset by declines in theft from the person (-31.3%) and public order offences (-28.6%). The dominance of violence and sexual offences (32.5% of all crimes) remains stark, with this category 32% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also exceed national benchmarks, reflecting persistent challenges in certain neighbourhoods. The decrease in shoplifting, from 462 to 333 incidents, may align with seasonal factors, as August is a peak holiday month when retail premises are often less crowded. However, the sharp rise in 'other crime'—a category that includes a broad range of non-specific offences—suggests potential gaps in categorisation or emerging patterns that warrant closer examination by local authorities.

Nottingham’s crime rate in August 2025 dropped by 10.3% compared to July, falling from 13.2 to 11.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline suggests a slight improvement in public safety. above the UK average. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of 126 crimes reported each day, highlighting the persistent frequency of incidents in the city. When scaled to the population of 331,077, this translates to one reported crime for every 85 residents over the course of the month. While this figure provides a snapshot of monthly exposure, it does not account for variations in daily patterns or specific high-risk areas. The reduction in public order offences and shoplifting, coupled with a rise in other crime, indicates a shifting crime profile that may reflect changes in policing strategies or community engagement efforts. However, the continued disparity with the UK average underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where crime rates remain high.