Crime Rate in Wilsthorpe: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wilsthorpe

The total recorded crimes in Wilsthorpe, Erewash, UK in July 2025 are around 26 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wilsthorpe crime rate of 1.54 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (9.09% increase)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (-40.00% decrease)
Wilsthorpe Crime Hotspots

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

  • Thoresby Road with total crimes: 6
  • Tamworth Road with total crimes: 5
  • Sawmand Close 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 areas in the Erewash.

    • 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 areas in the Erewash.

  • 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 July 2025 the Wilsthorpe has recorded 26 crimes with crime rate of 1.54 ranking 15th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wilsthorpe)CrimesRank (Wilsthorpe)CrimesRank (Wilsthorpe)
Awsworth Road99 31,567 11,485 1
Larklands123 11,206 31,402 3
Long Eaton Central121 21,278 21,413 2
Derby Road East87 4802 4898 4
Sandiacre53 8661 6830 5
Little Hallam61 5709 5818 6
Hallam Fields56 6649 7633 9
Derby Road West51 10558 10736 7
Cotmanhay54 7582 9622 10
Sawley42 11483 11663 8
Kirk Hallam & Stanton-by-Dale52 9612 8593 11
West Hallam & Dale Abbey40 12215 16267 15
Ockbrook & Borrowash27 14309 14412 13
Draycott & Risley37 13336 13350 14
Breaston19 16219 15267 16
Shipley View7 19175 17201 17
Nottingham Road14 17144 18200 18
Little Eaton & Stanley9 18133 19169 19

Wilsthorpe 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 12 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 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 (9 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 153 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202511
May 202513
April 202520
March 202511
February 20255
January 202512
December 202410
November 202413
October 202415
September 202410
August 202421

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
July 20251
June 20251
March 20252
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
December 20245
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 57 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20252
May 20256
April 20254
March 20257
February 20253
January 20254
December 20246
November 20249
October 20243
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 57 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20257
May 20252
April 20259
March 20258
February 20256
January 20252
December 20246
October 20244
September 20244
August 20248

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

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20252
March 20251
January 20256
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
August 20241

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

High Crime Locations Wilsthorpe in July 2025

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

1. Thoresby Road (Map)
Total6
Public order4
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Tamworth Road (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Sawmand Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
5. Eskdale Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Borrowdale Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Wilsthorpe Road (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
8. Simkin Walk (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Howarth Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Paddocks View (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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