Crime Rate in Abbey Hill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Abbey Hill

The total recorded crimes in Abbey Hill, Ashfield, UK in March 2025 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Abbey Hill crime rate of 13.89 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Abbey Hill, encompassing approximately 2,304 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (22.22% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (600.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
Abbey Hill Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Glenside with total crimes: 10
  • Further/Higher Educational Building with total crimes: 4
  • Warwick Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Abbey Hill?

To understand the safety of Abbey Hill, we need to analyze Abbey Hill crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Ashfield:

    • In 2024, Abbey Hill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Ashfield average, with 285 crimes compared to 525.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Abbey Hill recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Abbey Hill had fewer crimes than the Ashfield average, with 216 crimes compared to 461. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Abbey Hill recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Ashfield, Abbey Hill has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Abbey Hill Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Abbey Hill has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 13.89 ranking 13th out of 22 in the Ashfield, UK

In 2024, the total Abbey Hill crimes were 285. The crime rate of Abbey Hill in 2024 was 123.67 (year) or 10.31 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Ashfield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Abbey Hill were around 216 crimes with yearly crime rate of 93.73 (year) or 7.81 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Ashfield.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ashfield)CrimesRank (Ashfield)CrimesRank (Ashfield)
Hucknall Central142 11,459 11,416 1
Greenwood & Summit108 3983 31,048 2
Carsic114 21,143 2870 3
Leamington63 8738 5688 4
Skegby76 6953 4615 7
Annesley & Kirkby Woodhouse101 4704 6594 8
Hucknall West78 5613 11637 5
Sutton Central & New Cross53 10657 9630 6
Hucknall South70 7680 7398 12
Hucknall North55 9679 8529 9
Huthwaite & Brierley46 11652 10498 10
Selston40 12463 12440 11
Stanton Hill & Teversal26 15278 15360 13
Ashfields14 18282 14263 14
Kirkby Cross & Portland26 14270 17258 15
Sutton Junction & Harlow Wood12 20270 16249 16
Kingsway19 16228 18238 17
Sutton St Mary's18 17216 19164 19
Jacksdale & Westwood13 19135 22139 20
Larwood6 22144 20109 22
Underwood5 23141 21129 21
The Dales12 21105 23104 23

Abbey Hill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Public order dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 41 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
January 20252
December 20245
November 20243
September 20243
August 20243
July 20241
June 20246
May 20245
March 20245

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
May 20242
March 20241

A total of 36 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20254
December 20242
November 20242
September 20241
August 20244
July 202410
March 20246

A total of 150 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20259
January 20259
December 202414
November 20245
October 20242
September 202413
August 202412
July 202424
June 202432
May 20248
March 202411

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. March 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20241
May 20241
March 20242

A total of 24 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20248
August 20241
July 20241
May 20243
March 20242

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20243
October 20242
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242
March 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
May 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242
March 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20241

High Crime Locations Abbey Hill in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Abbey Hill postcode area is presented below.

1. Glenside (Map)
Total10
Other crime3
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
2. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Public order1
3. Warwick Close (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Beacon Drive (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
5. Pinewood Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Poplar Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Darley Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Wollaton Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Laurel Grove (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
10. Spruce Grove (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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