Crime Rate in Dumbles: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Dumbles

The total recorded crimes in Dumbles, Gedling, UK in March 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dumbles crime rate of 36.80 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 Dumbles, encompassing approximately 461 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Dumbles Crime Hotspots

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

  • Flamstead Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Willow Close with total crimes: 3
  • Sunset Avenue with total crimes: 2

How safe is Dumbles?

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

  • Relative to Gedling:

    • In 2024, Dumbles demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Gedling average, with 99 crimes compared to 362.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Dumbles recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Dumbles had fewer crimes than the Gedling average, with 98 crimes compared to 335. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Dumbles recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Dumbles Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Dumbles has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 36.80 ranking 18th out of 17 in the Gedling, UK

In 2024, the total Dumbles crimes were 99. The crime rate of Dumbles in 2024 was 214.33 (year) or 17.86 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Gedling.

In 2023, the total crimes in Dumbles were around 98 crimes with yearly crime rate of 212.17 (year) or 17.68 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Gedling.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Gedling)CrimesRank (Gedling)CrimesRank (Gedling)
Netherfield96 1759 1715 1
Daybrook71 3731 3689 2
Ernehale75 2756 2553 3
Calverton58 5491 4510 4
Newstead Abbey66 4413 6402 7
Carlton Hill47 6451 5461 5
Bestwood St Albans42 7400 7431 6
Carlton29 10351 8270 8
Cavendish21 13297 9251 10
Woodthorpe31 9259 13246 11
Redhill20 14291 11213 14
Trent Valley26 11214 14221 13
Phoenix25 12263 12234 12
Porchester19 16207 15206 15
Colwick19 15134 18158 18
Plains13 19196 17192 16
Coppice18 17203 16176 17

Dumbles Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

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

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

In September 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 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 3 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 44 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20252
January 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20246
September 20243
August 20244
July 20243
June 20244
May 20245

A total of 5 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 9 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 10 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
August 20243
July 20243

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 6 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 2 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Dumbles in March 2025

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

1. Flamstead Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Willow Close (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Shoplifting1
3. Sunset Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Hawthorn Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Steeles Way (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Bradstone Drive (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Spring Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Mapperley Plains (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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