Nottingham Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Nottingham's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 12.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 66.2% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the national picture underscores the city's distinct challenges in crime prevention and public safety. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 28.0% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.1%) and shoplifting (12.8%). These figures align with the city's character as a major urban centre with a dense population, commercial hubs, and a significant student population, all of which may contribute to higher rates of certain offences. Seasonal factors in September—such as the return of university students, the onset of darker evenings, and the beginning of the academic year—could exacerbate issues like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, as seen in the data. The spike in shoplifting, for instance, may be linked to increased foot traffic in retail areas and the timing of back-to-school shopping. Similarly, the prevalence of violence and sexual offences could reflect the convergence of transient populations and social activities typical of this time of year. While the city's overall crime rate is higher than the UK average, the breakdown of crime types reveals a combination of local demographics, infrastructure, and seasonal rhythms. This context is critical for understanding the underlying factors driving the city's crime profile and for developing targeted interventions.

September saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+56.5%) and theft from the person (+97.0%), both of which are 162% and 54% above UK averages respectively. These spikes may partly explain the overall rise in crime, with retail areas likely seeing heightened activity as back-to-school shopping begins. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 10.3%, though they remain 32% above the UK average. The drop in possession of weapons (-21.9%) suggests possible reductions in knife crime, though this category is still 186% above the national average. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime type, 71% above the UK rate, pointing to ongoing challenges in managing public order. Residents may find the 56.5% increase in shoplifting particularly concerning, as it directly impacts local businesses and retail environments.

Nottingham's crime rate in September 2025 rose to 12.3 per 1,000 residents, a 4.2% increase from August's 11.8 per 1,000. This places the city significantly above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a gap that has widened over the past year. On a daily basis, 136 crimes were recorded across the 30-day period, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 81 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate highlights the persistent presence of crime in the area, though it remains a local metric without a UK-wide equivalent. The population context further underscores the scale: with 331,077 residents, the city's crime burden is amplified by its size and density. While the rate has increased, the daily figure provides a tangible snapshot of how frequently residents may encounter crime in their communities, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or transient populations.