Ruddington Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ruddington’s crime rate for October 2025 stood at 3.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This significant gap reflects a long-standing trend of lower crime levels in this built-up area, which is likely influenced by its rural character and smaller population. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.4% of all incidents, though this rate remains 40% below the UK average for the same category. Vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour followed, with the latter’s rate 60% below the national average. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings in October and the timing of Halloween, may have played a role in shaping these patterns. For instance, the drop in violent crime could be linked to reduced social interactions during the early evening, while the increase in public order offences might be tied to seasonal events. The area’s low crime rate, combined with its relatively stable demographics, suggests that community cohesion and local policing efforts have contributed to maintaining safety. However, the slight rise in vehicle crime and other offences indicates that certain vulnerabilities remain, particularly in areas with higher traffic or commercial activity.

October 2025 saw a marked reduction in violent crimes, with violence and sexual offences decreasing by 25% from 16 to 12 incidents. This drop aligns with a broader trend of lower violent crime rates in the area, which are 40% below the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences remained low, with the latter doubling from one to two incidents—a sharp increase that may reflect heightened activity during Halloween or seasonal transitions. Vehicle crime, at 0.5 per 1,000, exceeded the UK average by 19%, suggesting that local infrastructure or traffic patterns could be contributing factors. For residents, the significant decline in violent crime offers a tangible reassurance, though the rise in public order offences highlights the need for continued vigilance in community spaces.

Ruddington’s crime rate in October 2025 fell to 3.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 25.6% drop from the previous month’s rate of 5.0 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as safer compared to its recent performance, though it remains below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that aligns with its generally low crime profile. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 268 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. This contrast with national trends highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies or community initiatives. The daily and monthly figures provide residents with a concrete sense of risk, suggesting that routine activities in Ruddington are unlikely to be disrupted by crime at a significant rate.