Crime Rate in Kirkby Cross & Portland: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kirkby Cross & Portland

The total recorded crimes in Kirkby Cross & Portland, Ashfield, UK in March 2025 are around 26 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kirkby Cross & Portland crime rate of 11.88 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 Kirkby Cross & Portland, encompassing approximately 2,188 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (37.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-36.36% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Kirkby Cross & Portland Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cobden Street with total crimes: 3
  • Hodgkinson Road with total crimes: 3
  • Beech Avenue with total crimes: 3

How safe is Kirkby Cross & Portland?

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

  • Relative to Ashfield:

    • In 2024, Kirkby Cross & Portland demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Ashfield average, with 270 crimes compared to 525.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Kirkby Cross & Portland recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Kirkby Cross & Portland had fewer crimes than the Ashfield average, with 258 crimes compared to 461. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Kirkby Cross & Portland recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Kirkby Cross & Portland Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Kirkby Cross & Portland has recorded 26 crimes with crime rate of 11.88 ranking 14th out of 22 in the Ashfield, UK

In 2024, the total Kirkby Cross & Portland crimes were 270. The crime rate of Kirkby Cross & Portland in 2024 was 123.39 (year) or 10.28 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Ashfield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kirkby Cross & Portland were around 258 crimes with yearly crime rate of 117.91 (year) or 9.83 (month) ranking 15 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
Abbey Hill32 13285 13216 18
Ashfields14 18282 14263 14
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

Kirkby Cross & Portland 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 Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

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

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 53 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202511
January 20254
December 20242
November 20241
September 20244
August 20247
July 20247
June 20244
May 20241
March 20245

A total of 87 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20258
January 20259
December 20246
November 20246
October 20247
September 20248
August 20241
July 20242
June 202414
May 20249
March 20246

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241
March 20241

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20244
August 20243
May 20242
March 20241

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20243
June 20248
May 20243
March 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 62 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20259
December 20242
November 20246
October 20248
September 20244
August 20247
July 20247
June 202414
May 20243
March 20241

A total of 26 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20255
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243
March 20243

A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
October 20241
March 20243

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

MonthCount
January 20252
November 20241
July 20241
May 20241

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

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20242

High Crime Locations Kirkby Cross & Portland in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Kirkby Cross & Portland postcode area is presented below.

1. Cobden Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Hodgkinson Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
3. Beech Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting1
5. The Hill (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Station Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Amarella Lane (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Pennyroyal Way (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
9. Spring Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Princess Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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