Crime Rate in Bilborough: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bilborough

The total recorded crimes in Bilborough, Nottingham, UK in March 2025 are around 199 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bilborough crime rate of 4.90 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 Bilborough, encompassing approximately 40,635 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (54) incidents (68.75% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (52) incidents (13.04% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (21) incidents (40.00% increase)
Bilborough Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 20
  • Strelley Road with total crimes: 11
  • Glenbrook Crescent with total crimes: 8

How safe is Bilborough?

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

  • Relative to Nottingham:

    • In 2024, Bilborough demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Nottingham average, with 2289 crimes compared to 2340.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Bilborough witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Bilborough had fewer crimes than the Nottingham average, with 1,881 crimes compared to 1,920. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bilborough recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Bilborough Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Bilborough has recorded 199 crimes with crime rate of 4.90 ranking 8th out of 19 in the Nottingham, UK

In 2024, the total Bilborough crimes were 2,289. The crime rate of Bilborough in 2024 was 56.33 (year) or 4.69 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Nottingham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bilborough were around 1,881 crimes with yearly crime rate of 46.29 (year) or 3.86 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Nottingham.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Nottingham)CrimesRank (Nottingham)CrimesRank (Nottingham)
Hyson Green & Arboretum388 34,039 34,074 1
St. Ann's611 15,594 13,780 2
Castle483 25,089 22,433 5
Meadows327 43,637 43,025 3
Bulwell207 62,799 52,551 4
Lenton & Wollaton East216 51,845 141,200 16
Berridge187 112,245 71,969 6
Bestwood185 122,184 91,966 7
Dales201 72,100 101,958 8
Basford180 142,238 81,905 10
Clifton East173 152,075 121,948 9
Radford195 91,682 151,378 14
Aspley192 102,080 111,842 13
Sherwood181 131,921 131,888 11
Mapperley172 161,300 161,309 15
Bulwell Forest103 171,254 171,183 17
Clifton West89 19880 18925 18
Leen Valley94 18761 20541 20
Wollaton West78 20797 19650 19

Bilborough Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (54 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (52 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 32 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (62 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 61 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 29 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (70 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (71 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (63 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (21 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (88 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (51 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 120 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 91 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (144 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (36 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (83 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 85 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.73 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20257
January 202510
December 20247
November 20242
October 20245
September 20247
August 202413
July 20246
June 202412
May 20244

A total of 113 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.27 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20257
January 20259
December 20249
November 20248
October 20248
September 202413
August 20247
July 202416
June 202410
May 202412

A total of 85 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20258
January 20258
December 20247
November 20244
October 20246
September 202410
August 20249
July 20244
June 202418
May 20247

A total of 150 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20257
January 202516
December 202411
November 202413
October 202414
September 20249
August 202410
July 202419
June 202428
May 202414

A total of 831 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 75.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 144 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202552
February 202546
January 202562
December 202461
November 202470
October 202471
September 202463
August 202488
July 202491
June 2024144
May 202483

A total of 98 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.91 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20259
January 202513
December 202416
November 20247
October 202414
September 20243
August 20247
July 20248
June 202412
May 20244

A total of 345 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 31.36 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 120 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202554
February 202532
January 202526
December 202429
November 20242
October 20243
September 202421
August 202451
July 2024120
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 217 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 19.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202515
January 202522
December 202417
November 202415
October 202424
September 202416
August 202414
July 202421
June 202436
May 202416

A total of 79 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.18 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20259
January 20255
December 20247
November 20243
October 20248
September 20243
August 202410
July 20244
June 202410
May 202410

A total of 146 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.27 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202522
January 20251
December 202410
November 20248
October 202420
September 202412
August 202428
July 202413
June 202416
May 20248

A total of 27 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20246
July 20242
May 20244

A total of 21 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20256
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 16 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
August 20246
May 20242

A total of 13 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Bilborough in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total20
Anti-social behaviour14
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Strelley Road (Map)
Total11
Criminal damage and arson5
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Glenbrook Crescent (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
4. Orion Drive (Map)
Total7
Other crime2
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Bracebridge Drive (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
7. St Martin'S Close (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson4
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Stanwick Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Cotswold Road (Map)
Total5
Burglary2
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
10. Calverton Drive (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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