Crime Rate in Gedling: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gedling

The total recorded crimes in Gedling, UK in March 2025 are around 726 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gedling crime rate of 6.19 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 Gedling, encompassing approximately 117,264 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (256) incidents (22.49% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (117) incidents (31.46% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (93) incidents (132.50% increase)
Gedling Crime Hotspots

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

  • Sherwood Lodge Drive with total crimes: 37
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 14
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 11

Gedling Police Info:

Nottinghamshire Police

How safe is Gedling?

To understand the safety of Gedling, we need to analyze Gedling crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Gedling has recorded 6,808 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 58.06 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 293 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 6,286 crimes with a crime rate of 53.61, ranking it 298 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to Nottinghamshire:

    • In 2024, Gedling demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Nottinghamshire average, with 6808 crimes compared to 9620.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Gedling witnessed more crimes than 5 out of 6 other cities.

    • In 2023, Gedling had fewer crimes than the Nottinghamshire average, with 6,286 crimes compared to 8,380. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Furthermore, Gedling witnessed more crimes than 5 out of 6 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Gedling is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Nottinghamshire, Gedling has a lower crime rate in 2024.

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

Gedling Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Netherfield (96 crimes), and the safest, Plains (13 crimes), is 83 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Gedling.

Similarly, the area of Netherfield & Colwick (105 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Plains Estate (9 crimes), with a difference of 96 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Gedling.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Netherfield96
Ernehale75
Daybrook71
Newstead Abbey66
Calverton58

Safest Wards:

Colwick19
Porchester19
Coppice18
Dumbles17
Plains13

Most Dangerous Areas:

Netherfield & Colwick105
Arnold Town83
Daybrook71
Ravenshead & Newstead66
Calverton & Woodborough65

Safest Areas:

Burton Joyce & Lambley33
Carlton Hill29
Redhill27
Mapperley & Porchester26
Plains Estate9

Gedling Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Gedling has recorded 33 crimes with crime rate of 2.89 ranking 12096th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 8 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 8 in terms of crime rate in Nottinghamshire.

In 2024, the total Gedling crimes were 6,808. The crime rate of Gedling in 2024 was 58.06 (year) or 4.84 (month) ranking it 293 danzarous in the UK. Gedling ranked 6 in terms of total crimes and 6 in terms of crime rate in Nottinghamshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Gedling were around 6,286 crimes with yearly crime rate of 53.61 (year) or 4.47 (month) ranking 298 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Nottinghamshire, Gedling ranked 6 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 6 as per crime rate of Gedling

CityMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Nottinghamshire)CrimesRank (Nottinghamshire)CrimesRank (Nottinghamshire)
Rushcliffe588 75,875 74,771 7
Broxtowe750 58,386 57,072 5
Newark and Sherwood894 410,169 48,130 4
Ashfield1,129 312,078 310,592 3
Bassetlaw1,024 211,723 210,227 2
Mansfield1,134 112,302 111,584 1

Gedling Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (256 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (117 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 209 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 89 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (216 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (97 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 180 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 122 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (230 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (50 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (200 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (75 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (207 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (56 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (221 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (170 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 229 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 164 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (402 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (112 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 2350 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 235.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 402 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025256
February 2025209
January 2025216
December 2024180
November 2024230
October 2024200
September 2024207
August 2024221
July 2024229
June 2024402

A total of 203 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 20.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202518
January 202519
December 202418
November 202416
October 202413
September 202415
August 202421
July 202419
June 202438

A total of 411 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 41.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202537
February 202529
January 202532
December 202446
November 202439
October 202431
September 202446
August 202437
July 202450
June 202464

A total of 566 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 56.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 93 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202593
February 202540
January 202543
December 202435
November 202446
October 202454
September 202442
August 202465
July 202460
June 202488

A total of 42 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
November 20247
October 20246
September 20243
August 20245
July 20241
June 202410

A total of 392 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 39.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 80 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202529
February 202536
January 202538
December 202431
November 202431
October 202436
September 202441
August 202436
July 202434
June 202480

A total of 31 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20245
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 694 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 69.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 112 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202585
February 202574
January 202564
December 202438
November 202450
October 202475
September 202456
August 202472
July 202468
June 2024112

A total of 841 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 84.10 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 170 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025117
February 202589
January 202597
December 2024122
November 20246
October 20247
September 202453
August 2024170
July 2024164
June 202416

A total of 201 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 20.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202515
January 202523
December 202419
November 202417
October 202414
September 202414
August 202412
July 202417
June 202456

A total of 299 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 29.90 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202529
January 202527
December 202428
November 202424
October 202441
September 202448
August 202421
July 202416
June 202434

A total of 92 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 9.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20256
January 20256
December 20248
November 20247
October 20249
September 202412
August 202410
July 202412
June 202410

A total of 53 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20254
December 20244
November 20241
October 20248
September 20247
August 20245
July 20242
June 202412

A total of 220 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 22.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202518
January 202521
December 202412
November 202414
October 202416
September 202413
August 202422
July 202428
June 202460

High Crime Locations Gedling in March 2025

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

1. Sherwood Lodge Drive (Map)
Total37
Violence and sexual offences26
Other theft4
Other crime3
Public order2
Bicycle theft2
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting8
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour3
3. Shopping Area (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting8
Anti-social behaviour2
Robbery1
4. Magenta Way (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences5
Other theft2
Burglary2
Drugs1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting9
Other theft1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting6
Anti-social behaviour4

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