Crime Rate in Watnall & Nuthall West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Watnall & Nuthall West

The total recorded crimes in Watnall & Nuthall West, Broxtowe, UK in May 2025 are around 14 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Watnall & Nuthall West crime rate of 3.12 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 Watnall & Nuthall West, encompassing approximately 4,486 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-60.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Watnall & Nuthall West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Larkfield Road with total crimes: 3
  • Glebe Road with total crimes: 2
  • Rowan Crescent with total crimes: 1

How safe is Watnall & Nuthall West?

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

  • Relative to Broxtowe:

    • In 2024, Watnall & Nuthall West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Broxtowe average, with 204 crimes compared to 419.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Watnall & Nuthall West recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 19 other areas in the Broxtowe.

    • In 2023, Watnall & Nuthall West had fewer crimes than the Broxtowe average, with 167 crimes compared to 354. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Watnall & Nuthall West recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 19 other areas in the Broxtowe.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Broxtowe, Watnall & Nuthall West has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Watnall & Nuthall West Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Watnall & Nuthall West has recorded 14 crimes with crime rate of 3.12 ranking 18th out of 19 in the Broxtowe, UK

In 2024, the total Watnall & Nuthall West crimes were 204. The crime rate of Watnall & Nuthall West in 2024 was 45.47 (year) or 3.79 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Broxtowe.

In 2023, the total crimes in Watnall & Nuthall West were around 167 crimes with yearly crime rate of 37.23 (year) or 3.10 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Broxtowe.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Watnall & Nuthall West)CrimesRank (Watnall & Nuthall West)CrimesRank (Watnall & Nuthall West)
Beeston Central101 1862 1658 1
Beeston West79 2748 2601 2
Eastwood St Mary's75 3729 3577 3
Chilwell West52 7531 5479 4
Kimberley33 12536 4464 5
Stapleford South East61 4464 9349 12
Nuthall East & Strelley61 5487 8360 9
Stapleford North54 6437 10432 6
Eastwood Hilltop30 14516 6372 8
Stapleford South West42 9363 13409 7
Greasley43 8492 7350 11
Beeston North40 10376 12352 10
Toton & Chilwell Meadows36 11428 11346 13
Bramcote32 13249 16233 16
Awsworth, Cossall & Trowell23 15304 14322 14
Attenborough & Chilwell East15 17297 15252 15
Beeston Rylands18 16180 18169 17
Brinsley4 20110 19119 19
Eastwood Hall11 1973 2061 20

Watnall & Nuthall West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , 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 (4 incidents).

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

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Public order (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime 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 (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 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, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 73 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20254
March 20256
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20246
September 20241
August 20246
July 202410
June 202412
May 202410

A total of 25 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20255
March 20254
February 20253
January 20254
November 20241
August 20243
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20253
July 20243

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20252
February 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20244
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
November 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
December 20242
October 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 16 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20244
August 20244
July 20244
June 20242

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
August 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Watnall & Nuthall West in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Watnall & Nuthall West postcode area is presented below.

1. Larkfield Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Glebe Road (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Rowan Crescent (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Watnall Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Albert Avenue (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
6. Newdigate Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Cirrus Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Kirtley Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Omer Court (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Rocket Close (Map)
Total1
Other crime1

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