Crime Rate in Underwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Underwood

The total recorded crimes in Underwood, Ashfield, UK in March 2025 are around 5 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Underwood crime rate of 2.39 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 Underwood, encompassing approximately 2,088 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Possession of weapons: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (1) incidents (-75.00% decrease)
Underwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Felley Mill Lane (North) with total crimes: 4
  • Felley Mill Lane (North) with total crimes: 1

How safe is Underwood?

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

  • Relative to Ashfield:

    • In 2024, Underwood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Ashfield average, with 141 crimes compared to 525.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Underwood recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Underwood had fewer crimes than the Ashfield average, with 129 crimes compared to 461. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Underwood recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Underwood Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Underwood has recorded 5 crimes with crime rate of 2.39 ranking 23th out of 22 in the Ashfield, UK

In 2024, the total Underwood crimes were 141. The crime rate of Underwood in 2024 was 67.51 (year) or 5.63 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Ashfield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Underwood were around 129 crimes with yearly crime rate of 61.77 (year) or 5.15 (month) ranking 21 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
The Dales12 21105 23104 23

Underwood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) and then Possession of weapons showed a substantial number of incidents (1 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 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 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 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

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

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Criminal damage and arson (5 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. March 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
December 20243
November 20242
September 20244
August 20243
July 20246
May 20242
March 20247

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

MonthCount
March 20251
May 20241

A total of 45 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20253
December 20246
November 20246
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 202412
May 20243
March 20243

A total of 21 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245
July 20245
June 20242
May 20242
March 20241

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
May 20246
March 20241

A total of 7 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
October 20242
May 20241
March 20242

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241
June 20244

A total of 7 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20242
June 20242
May 20241
March 20241

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

MonthCount
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20242

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

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Underwood in March 2025

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

1. Felley Mill Lane (North) (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Possession of weapons1
2. Felley Mill Lane (North) (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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