Ruddington Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with 7,759 residents, January 2025 saw 40 crimes reported, equating to 5.2 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 26.8% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, placing Ruddington among the safer built-up areas in the country. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40% of all crimes (16 incidents), followed by burglary (15%, 6 cases) and other crime (10%, 4 cases). The seasonal context of January—marked by post-holiday periods, shorter days, and reduced retail activity—likely influenced the crime profile. While violent crime rates remained 16% below the UK average, property crime showed stark contrasts: burglary was 167% above the national rate, and other crime was 178% above. These figures suggest a combination of local factors, such as the built-up area's characteristics, and broader trends. The low rate of anti-social behaviour (59% below UK average) and public order offences (78% below) may reflect effective community policing or a lower concentration of high-risk environments. However, the sharp rise in burglary and other crime types raises questions about potential vulnerabilities, particularly during the post-holiday period when property-related offences may be more likely. The overall crime rate, while low, masks significant variations in specific categories, underscoring the need for targeted interventions where disparities are most pronounced.

January 2025 saw a dramatic 500% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 6 incidents. This spike contrasts sharply with a 66.7% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 3 to 1, potentially reflecting reduced retail footfall during the post-holiday period. Vehicle crime also doubled, with 2 incidents reported, marking a 100% increase from the previous month. These shifts highlight a growing focus on property-related offences, which now account for 30% of all crimes (16 violent, 16 property). Burglary rates in Ruddington are 167% above the UK average, a stark deviation from the national trend. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 50%, and violence and sexual offences, though the most common category (40% of total), remain 16% below the UK average. Residents may find the 5.2 per 1,000 rate particularly relevant, as it positions Ruddington as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK.

Ruddington's crime rate in January 2025 rose 5.3% from the previous month's 4.9 per 1,000 to 5.2 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. This translates to approximately one reported crime per day across the built-up area's 7,759 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 194 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local households. While the overall rate remains 26.8% below the UK average, the increase in certain crime types highlights shifts in local patterns. The population-scaled perspective shows that, despite the rise, Ruddington remains significantly safer than the national average, with crime levels far below the 7.1 per 1,000 benchmark. This contrast underscores the area's unique characteristics, such as its relatively low density and possibly strong community engagement, which may contribute to sustained lower crime rates compared to larger urban centres.