Crime Rate in Wilsthorpe: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wilsthorpe

The total recorded crimes in Wilsthorpe, Erewash, UK in March 2025 are around 36 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wilsthorpe crime rate of 2.13 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 Wilsthorpe, encompassing approximately 16,868 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (120.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
Wilsthorpe Crime Hotspots

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

  • Thoresby Road with total crimes: 9
  • Tamworth Road with total crimes: 5
  • Wilsthorpe Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Wilsthorpe?

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

  • Relative to Erewash:

    • In 2024, Wilsthorpe demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Erewash average, with 415 crimes compared to 582.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Wilsthorpe recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 18 other cities.

    • In 2023, Wilsthorpe had fewer crimes than the Erewash average, with 587 crimes compared to 660. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Wilsthorpe recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 18 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Wilsthorpe Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Wilsthorpe has recorded 36 crimes with crime rate of 2.13 ranking 11th out of 18 in the Erewash, UK

In 2024, the total Wilsthorpe crimes were 415. The crime rate of Wilsthorpe in 2024 was 24.60 (year) or 2.05 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Erewash.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wilsthorpe were around 587 crimes with yearly crime rate of 34.80 (year) or 2.90 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Erewash.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Erewash)CrimesRank (Erewash)CrimesRank (Erewash)
Awsworth Road112 11,567 11,485 1
Long Eaton Central100 21,278 21,413 2
Larklands75 51,206 31,402 3
Sandiacre80 3661 6830 5
Derby Road East77 4802 4898 4
Little Hallam42 9709 5818 6
Cotmanhay66 6582 9622 10
Derby Road West50 7558 10736 7
Hallam Fields42 8649 7633 9
Sawley36 10483 11663 8
Kirk Hallam & Stanton-by-Dale22 15612 8593 11
Ockbrook & Borrowash28 12309 14412 13
Draycott & Risley28 13336 13350 14
Nottingham Road23 14144 18200 18
West Hallam & Dale Abbey22 16215 16267 15
Breaston16 18219 15267 16
Shipley View21 17175 17201 17
Little Eaton & Stanley14 19133 19169 19

Wilsthorpe 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 (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 29 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20245
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 59 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20253
January 20254
December 20246
November 20249
October 20243
September 20242
August 20245
June 202412
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 172 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20255
January 202512
December 202410
November 202413
October 202415
September 202410
August 202421
July 202417
June 202430
May 202413
April 202415

A total of 68 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 20252
December 20246
October 20244
September 20244
August 20248
July 202410
June 202412
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 16 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
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
November 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20244
April 20243

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 15 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20256
October 20242
September 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
August 20241
June 20244

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

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242
June 20246
April 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 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

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
June 20244
April 20241

High Crime Locations Wilsthorpe in March 2025

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

1. Thoresby Road (Map)
Total9
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Robbery1
2. Tamworth Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
3. Wilsthorpe Road (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Public order1
4. Simkin Walk (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Clarence Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Peakdale Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
7. Fulwood Drive (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Sawmand Close (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Teesdale Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Kingsdale Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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