Crime Rate in Jacksdale & Westwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Jacksdale & Westwood

The total recorded crimes in Jacksdale & Westwood, Ashfield, UK in January 2026 are around 10 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Jacksdale & Westwood crime rate of 7.12 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 Jacksdale & Westwood, encompassing approximately 1,404 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Jacksdale & Westwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 2
  • Albert Avenue with total crimes: 2
  • Wagstaff Lane with total crimes: 2

How safe is Jacksdale & Westwood?

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

  • Relative to Ashfield:

    • In 2024, Jacksdale & Westwood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Ashfield average, with 135 crimes compared to 525.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Jacksdale & Westwood recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 22 other areas in the Ashfield.

    • In 2023, Jacksdale & Westwood had fewer crimes than the Ashfield average, with 139 crimes compared to 461. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Jacksdale & Westwood recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 22 other areas in the Ashfield.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Ashfield, Jacksdale & Westwood has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Jacksdale & Westwood Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Jacksdale & Westwood has recorded 10 crimes with crime rate of 7.12 ranking 21th out of 22 in the Ashfield, UK

In 2024, the total Jacksdale & Westwood crimes were 135. The crime rate of Jacksdale & Westwood in 2024 was 96.14 (year) or 8.01 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Ashfield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Jacksdale & Westwood were around 139 crimes with yearly crime rate of 98.99 (year) or 8.25 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Ashfield.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Jacksdale & Westwood)CrimesRank (Jacksdale & Westwood)CrimesRank (Jacksdale & Westwood)
Hucknall Central135 11,459 11,416 1
Greenwood & Summit97 3983 31,048 2
Carsic103 21,143 2870 3
Leamington62 7738 5688 4
Skegby94 4953 4615 7
Hucknall West67 6613 11637 5
Hucknall South76 5680 7398 12
Sutton Central & New Cross45 11657 9630 6
Annesley & Kirkby Woodhouse58 8704 6594 8
Hucknall North55 10679 8529 9
Kirkby Cross & Portland57 9270 17258 15
Huthwaite & Brierley41 12652 10498 10
Selston24 16463 12440 11
Stanton Hill & Teversal27 14278 15360 13
Abbey Hill20 18285 13216 18
Kingsway31 13228 18238 17
Ashfields21 17282 14263 14
Sutton Junction & Harlow Wood24 15270 16249 16
Sutton St Mary's19 19216 19164 19
Larwood10 22144 20109 22
Underwood16 20141 21129 21
The Dales9 23105 23104 23

Jacksdale & Westwood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 61 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20269
December 20258
November 20254
October 20254
September 20256
August 20253
July 20253
June 20258
May 20254
April 20253
March 20255
February 20254

A total of 24 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
October 20251
September 20254
August 20253
June 20253
April 20256
March 20252
February 20253

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20251

A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
August 20251
July 20252
April 20251

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20251
September 20255
July 20251
June 20251
April 20252
March 20251

A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20251
August 20252
July 20251
May 20252
February 20251

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20251
September 20251
June 20255
May 20252
March 20252

A total of 14 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20253
August 20251
July 20251
June 20251
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20252
October 20251
September 20251
August 20251
March 20251

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
July 20251

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251

High Crime Locations Jacksdale & Westwood in January 2026

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Jacksdale & Westwood postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Albert Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Wagstaff Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Dixie Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Kent Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Laverick Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Westdale Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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