Edwalton Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Edwalton's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 46.4% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This relatively low rate, combined with a distinct shift in crime composition, reflects the area's unique characteristics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the monthly tally, comprising 38.5% of all reported crimes, followed closely by anti-social behaviour at the same proportion. These two categories, while significant locally, remain well below the UK averages for their respective types—violence and sexual offences are 40% below the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 17% above. The seasonal context of May, with its longer evenings and increased outdoor activity, may have contributed to the rise in violence and sexual offences, as extended daylight hours can influence patterns of socialising and, in some cases, escalate incidents. Meanwhile, the category of other theft, which constitutes 7.7% of all crimes, is 31% below the UK average, suggesting a lower prevalence of property-related offences in Edwalton compared to the national picture. The overall crime rate, though slightly higher than April’s 3.8 per 1,000, remains in line with the area’s historical trend as a low-crime built-up area within Rushcliffe. This consistency may be attributed to Edwalton’s relatively small population and its positioning as a commuter-focused or semi-rural locality, where community cohesion and lower population density can act as mitigating factors against certain types of crime.

May 2024 saw a 100% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from five to ten incidents. This jump, coupled with a 100% rise in possession of weapons and other crime, contrasts sharply with a 66.7% decline in drug-related offences, which fell from three to one. The category of violence and sexual offences, now accounting for 38.5% of all crimes, is 40% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, highlighting a divergence in local crime trends. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category at 38.5%, exceeds the UK average by 17%, suggesting a concentration of incidents in specific areas or demographics. Residents may find the 100% increase in weapons possession particularly noteworthy, as it marks a rare spike in a category that typically remains below the national average. These shifts may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the timing of bank holidays and extended evening activity, which can heighten social interactions and, in some cases, escalate conflicts.

Edwalton's crime rate in May 2024 rose 18.4% from 3.8 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents compared to April. This increase, though notable, remains 46.4% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to roughly one crime for every 222 residents over the course of the month. When viewed against the population of 5,770, this suggests a relatively low level of exposure to crime, with most residents unlikely to encounter a crime during their daily routines. The shift in crime patterns from April to May may reflect seasonal factors, such as the extension of daylight hours and increased outdoor activity during longer evenings, which could influence both the frequency and type of crimes reported. However, the overall trajectory remains consistent with Edwalton’s historical position as a low-crime area within the Rushcliffe district.