Crime Rate in The Dales: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in The Dales

The total recorded crimes in The Dales, Ashfield, UK in March 2025 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a The Dales crime rate of 2.25 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 The Dales, encompassing approximately 5,332 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
The Dales Crime Hotspots

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

  • Vere Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Edward Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Edale Court with total crimes: 2

How safe is The Dales?

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

  • Relative to Ashfield:

    • In 2024, The Dales demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Ashfield average, with 105 crimes compared to 525.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, The Dales recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, The Dales had fewer crimes than the Ashfield average, with 104 crimes compared to 461. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, The Dales recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

The Dales Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the The Dales has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 2.25 ranking 21th out of 22 in the Ashfield, UK

In 2024, the total The Dales crimes were 105. The crime rate of The Dales in 2024 was 19.69 (year) or 1.64 (month) ranking it 23 dangerous area in the Ashfield.

In 2023, the total crimes in The Dales were around 104 crimes with yearly crime rate of 19.50 (year) or 1.63 (month) ranking 23 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
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 Dales Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 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 5 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

In September 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (4 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 59 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20256
December 20245
November 20247
October 20243
September 20241
August 20248
July 20249
June 20244
May 20243
March 20241

A total of 21 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
August 20242
July 20246
June 20242
March 20244

A total of 3 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 12 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
August 20241
March 20244

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

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
October 20241
June 20242

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

MonthCount
January 20251

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

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
May 20242

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

MonthCount
August 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 The Dales in March 2025

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

1. Vere Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Edward Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
3. Edale Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Dales Avenue (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Olive Court (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Howard Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Queen Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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