West Bridgford Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

West Bridgford's crime rate in April 2024 was 5.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 28.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance reflects a combination of local characteristics and seasonal influences, with the area's crime profile shaped by its built-up urban environment within Rushcliffe. The top three crime types—violence and sexual offences (23.6% of total), shoplifting (23.1%), and anti-social behaviour (18.6%)—illustrate a mix of personal safety concerns and community-level issues. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.3 per 1,000, were 49% below the UK average, a figure that may be partly explained by the area's relatively stable social fabric and the presence of community-focused policing initiatives. However, shoplifting's rate of 1.3 per 1,000—94% above the UK average—suggests the influence of high-traffic retail areas, possibly exacerbated by Easter shopping patterns. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.0 per 1,000, was 18% below the national figure, indicating a lower prevalence of disruptive incidents compared to other parts of the UK. The seasonal context of April, with its Easter holidays and spring weather, likely contributed to shifts in crime patterns, such as increased outdoor activity driving both retail-related offences and incidents of public disorder. These figures, while showing overall safety advantages, highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas like retail security, given the significant divergence from national norms in certain categories.

April 2024 saw a 58.6% increase in shoplifting, the most significant rise among all categories, with 46 incidents reported—nearly double the UK average for this crime type. This surge may be linked to Easter shopping activity or the timing of seasonal sales in local retail areas. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 69.6%, dropping from 23 to 7 incidents, possibly reflecting the impact of spring weather reducing opportunities for such crimes. Theft from the person also rose sharply, doubling from one to two incidents, a 100% increase that may indicate heightened awareness or changes in public behaviour during the Easter period. Meanwhile, vehicle crime decreased by 55.6%, from 9 to 4 incidents, due to reduced outdoor activity or changes in parking patterns during the month. These fluctuations underscore the influence of seasonal rhythms on crime patterns, with local factors such as retail activity and weather playing a role in shaping monthly trends.

West Bridgford's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 10.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.2 per 1,000. This decline suggests a continued trend of relative stability in the area, though seasonal factors may influence such shifts. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 7 crimes per day in April, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 181 residents over the course of the month. When scaled to the population of 35,943, this monthly exposure places West Bridgford well below the UK average in several categories, such as anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, but highlights areas like shoplifting and bicycle theft where the rate exceeds national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the overall rate is lower than the UK average, specific crime types reflect local dynamics—such as the proximity of retail hubs driving shoplifting rates or the presence of cycling infrastructure contributing to bicycle theft. These patterns, while not directly comparable to national figures, provide insight into the area's unique context.