Crime Rate in Bulwell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bulwell

The total recorded crimes in Bulwell, Nottingham, UK in March 2025 are around 207 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bulwell crime rate of 5.16 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 Bulwell, encompassing approximately 40,148 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (56) incidents (9.80% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (37) incidents (23.33% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (32) incidents (-11.11% decrease)
Bulwell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 18
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 9
  • Main Street with total crimes: 8

How safe is Bulwell?

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

  • Relative to Nottingham:

    • In 2024, Bulwell reported a higher crime volume than the Nottingham average, with 2,799 crimes compared to 2,340. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Bulwell witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Bulwell experienced a greater number of crimes than the Nottingham average, with 2,551 crimes compared to 1,920. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Bulwell witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Nottingham, Bulwell has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Bulwell Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Bulwell has recorded 207 crimes with crime rate of 5.16 ranking 6th out of 19 in the Nottingham, UK

In 2024, the total Bulwell crimes were 2,799. The crime rate of Bulwell in 2024 was 69.72 (year) or 5.81 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Nottingham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bulwell were around 2,551 crimes with yearly crime rate of 63.54 (year) or 5.29 (month) ranking 4 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
Lenton & Wollaton East216 51,845 141,200 16
Berridge187 112,245 71,969 6
Bilborough199 82,289 61,881 12
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

Bulwell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (56 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (37 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 51 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 36 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 68 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 29 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (85 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (48 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (65 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (43 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (72 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (31 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (66 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (57 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 84 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 63 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (188 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (62 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (84 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (34 incidents).

In April 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 82 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20257
January 20253
December 202412
November 20245
October 20249
September 20248
August 20245
July 20243
June 202414
May 20246

A total of 886 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 73.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 188 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202556
February 202551
January 202566
December 202468
November 202485
October 202465
September 202472
August 202466
July 202484
June 2024188
May 202484
April 20241

A total of 226 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202520
January 20258
December 202423
November 202419
October 202419
September 202417
August 202420
July 202416
June 202436
May 202434

A total of 268 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.80 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 63 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202537
February 202530
January 202534
December 202428
November 20246
September 20247
August 202457
July 202463
June 20242
May 20244

A total of 221 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202517
January 202514
December 202411
November 202416
October 202412
September 202420
August 202426
July 202425
June 202444
May 202420

A total of 404 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 36.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202532
February 202536
January 202526
December 202429
November 202448
October 202443
September 202431
August 202442
July 202438
June 202462
May 202417

A total of 190 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202518
January 202511
December 202413
November 20248
October 202420
September 202416
August 202415
July 202414
June 202440
May 202422

A total of 26 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
October 20241
September 20246
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 125 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.36 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202513
January 20256
December 202410
November 202419
October 202410
September 20249
August 20246
July 202411
June 202414
May 202411

A total of 79 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20258
December 20246
November 20243
October 202412
September 20243
August 20248
July 20248
June 202416
May 20248

A total of 21 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20243
November 20242
September 20245
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 73 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20258
January 20256
December 20242
November 20243
October 20244
September 20248
August 20244
July 20244
June 202424
May 20247

A total of 53 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20251
December 20245
November 20245
October 20246
September 20246
August 20244
July 20242
June 20248
May 20248

A total of 23 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241
July 20244
June 20242

High Crime Locations Bulwell in March 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total18
Shoplifting16
Other theft2
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting5
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
3. Main Street (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
Robbery1
4. Brook Close (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs2
Possession of weapons1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Other theft4
Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting1
6. Downing Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
7. Gaul Street (Map)
Total5
Drugs4
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Langdown Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
9. Spindle Gardens (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Shoplifting1
10. Totley Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1

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