Nottingham Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Nottingham’s crime profile in December 2025, accounting for 32.8% of all reported crimes. With an overall rate of 12.0 per 1,000 residents—71.4% above the UK average—this urban district continues to face challenges in managing high-frequency crime. The prominence of violent crimes aligns with the city’s status as a major metropolitan area, where concentrated populations and social interactions create environments conducive to such incidents. Seasonal factors, including the Christmas shopping peak and extended periods of darkness, likely contribute to the elevated rates, as shoplifting (1.3 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.8 per 1,000) both exceed UK averages by over 100%. Anti-social behaviour (1.8 per 1,000), another significant category, is 94% above the UK average, reflecting the pressures of densely populated urban living. While property crimes make up a notable share (1520 incidents), the overwhelming majority of crime in Nottingham remains violent in nature, a pattern consistent with its role as a regional economic hub. This dominance of violent crime suggests that community-focused initiatives targeting interpersonal conflicts and public safety may be critical to addressing the city’s ongoing challenges. The seasonal context of December—characterised by holiday-related activity and reduced visibility—further complicates efforts to curb crime, as increased foot traffic and alcohol consumption may exacerbate existing vulnerabilities in certain areas.

December’s crime mix showed a marked shift in violent crime dominance, with violence and sexual offences (3.9 per 1,000) remaining 52% above the UK average. This category, which constitutes over a third of all reported crimes, likely reflects the social dynamics of a major urban centre during the festive season. Meanwhile, public order offences rose by 20.8% compared to November, potentially linked to increased street-level gatherings and alcohol-related incidents during the holiday period. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 39.3%, possibly due to reduced cycling during colder weather or heightened awareness among commuters. The 89% above UK average for vehicle crime (0.7 per 1,000) underscores the persistent challenge of securing parked vehicles in a city with a high volume of motor traffic. These fluctuations illustrate the combination of seasonal factors and local crime patterns, with some categories showing resilience while others respond to environmental changes.

Nottingham’s crime rate in December 2025 (12.0 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 3.9% decrease from the previous month’s 12.5 per 1,000. This small decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as colder weather and holiday-related closures may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. Daily, the area recorded approximately 128 crimes, translating to one reported incident for every 83 residents over the course of the month. While this figure highlights the frequency of crime, it is essential to contextualise it within Nottingham’s urban landscape, where higher population density and economic activity naturally correlate with elevated crime rates compared to rural areas. The monthly exposure metric underscores the need for community vigilance, particularly during periods of heightened social interaction, such as Christmas festivities. The rate remains significantly above the UK average, but the slight downward trend suggests potential effectiveness of targeted policing efforts or natural seasonal dampening of criminal activity.