Crime Rate in Sutton Central & New Cross: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Sutton Central & New Cross

The total recorded crimes in Sutton Central & New Cross, Ashfield, UK in July 2025 are around 87 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sutton Central & New Cross crime rate of 5.98 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 Sutton Central & New Cross, encompassing approximately 14,541 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (38) incidents (18.75% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (-7.69% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
Sutton Central & New Cross Crime Hotspots

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

  • Woodpecker Grove with total crimes: 11
  • Slater Street with total crimes: 5
  • Lawn Avenue with total crimes: 5

How safe is Sutton Central & New Cross?

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

  • Relative to Ashfield:

    • In 2024, Sutton Central & New Cross reported a higher crime volume than the Ashfield average, with 657 crimes compared to 525. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Sutton Central & New Cross witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 22 other areas in the Ashfield.

    • In 2023, Sutton Central & New Cross experienced a greater number of crimes than the Ashfield average, with 630 crimes compared to 461. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Sutton Central & New Cross witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 22 other areas in the Ashfield.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Ashfield, Sutton Central & New Cross has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Sutton Central & New Cross Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Sutton Central & New Cross has recorded 87 crimes with crime rate of 5.98 ranking 4th out of 22 in the Ashfield, UK

In 2024, the total Sutton Central & New Cross crimes were 657. The crime rate of Sutton Central & New Cross in 2024 was 45.18 (year) or 3.77 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Ashfield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Sutton Central & New Cross were around 630 crimes with yearly crime rate of 43.32 (year) or 3.61 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Ashfield.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sutton Central & New Cross)CrimesRank (Sutton Central & New Cross)CrimesRank (Sutton Central & New Cross)
Hucknall Central164 11,459 11,416 1
Greenwood & Summit107 2983 31,048 2
Carsic87 51,143 2870 3
Skegby105 3953 4615 7
Leamington75 7738 5688 4
Hucknall West69 8613 11637 5
Annesley & Kirkby Woodhouse77 6704 6594 8
Hucknall South66 9680 7398 12
Hucknall North53 10679 8529 9
Huthwaite & Brierley50 12652 10498 10
Selston24 16463 12440 11
Stanton Hill & Teversal52 11278 15360 13
Abbey Hill22 17285 13216 18
Kirkby Cross & Portland32 13270 17258 15
Ashfields27 14282 14263 14
Sutton Junction & Harlow Wood24 15270 16249 16
Kingsway13 20228 18238 17
The Dales21 18105 23104 23
Sutton St Mary's14 19216 19164 19
Jacksdale & Westwood11 22135 22139 20
Larwood11 21144 20109 22
Underwood10 23141 21129 21

Sutton Central & New Cross Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 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 21 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 73 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.30 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202513
May 20255
April 202510
March 20254
February 20254
January 202513
December 20249
November 20241
October 20242

A total of 245 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 24.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202538
June 202532
May 202534
April 202520
March 202523
February 202521
January 202513
December 202414
November 202424
October 202426

A total of 26 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243

A total of 35 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20256
April 20252
March 20252
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20245

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20251
April 20251
March 20255
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20245

A total of 61 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.10 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20253
May 20259
April 20258
March 20257
February 20255
January 20251
December 20246
November 20247
October 20248

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
March 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20245

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.40 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20254
May 20255
April 20254
March 20254
February 20254
January 20257
December 20243
November 20242
October 20245

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
October 20241

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20253
April 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
December 20241
October 20243

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251

High Crime Locations Sutton Central & New Cross in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Sutton Central & New Cross postcode area is presented below.

1. Woodpecker Grove (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
2. Slater Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
3. Lawn Avenue (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Russell Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Burglary1
Public order1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Park Street (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Walton Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
8. Brown Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Cavendish Street (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Outram Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1

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