Crime Rate in Bulwell Forest: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bulwell Forest

The total recorded crimes in Bulwell Forest, Nottingham, UK in March 2025 are around 103 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bulwell Forest crime rate of 2.62 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 Forest, encompassing approximately 39,242 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (41) incidents (5.13% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (27) incidents (3.85% increase)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
Bulwell Forest Crime Hotspots

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

  • Woodland Avenue with total crimes: 7
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 5
  • Abbotsbury Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Bulwell Forest?

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

  • Relative to Nottingham:

    • In 2024, Bulwell Forest demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Nottingham average, with 1254 crimes compared to 2340.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bulwell Forest recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Bulwell Forest had fewer crimes than the Nottingham average, with 1,183 crimes compared to 1,920. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bulwell Forest recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Bulwell Forest Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Bulwell Forest has recorded 103 crimes with crime rate of 2.62 ranking 17th out of 19 in the Nottingham, UK

In 2024, the total Bulwell Forest crimes were 1,254. The crime rate of Bulwell Forest in 2024 was 31.96 (year) or 2.66 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Nottingham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bulwell Forest were around 1,183 crimes with yearly crime rate of 30.15 (year) or 2.51 (month) ranking 17 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
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
Clifton West89 19880 18925 18
Leen Valley94 18761 20541 20
Wollaton West78 20797 19650 19

Bulwell Forest Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (41 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (27 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (37 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (50 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (24 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 52 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 37 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (74 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (52 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 508 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 46.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 74 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202541
February 202539
January 202534
December 202439
November 202446
October 202444
September 202437
August 202450
July 202452
June 202474
May 202452

A total of 153 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 15.30 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202527
February 202526
January 202517
December 202413
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 202424
July 202437
May 20242

A total of 54 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20254
December 20246
November 20245
October 20243
September 20246
August 20242
July 20242
June 202418
May 20242

A total of 25 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
October 20248
September 20248
August 20241
July 20244
June 20242
May 20246

A total of 99 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20258
January 20251
December 20246
November 20248
October 20242
September 202411
August 20248
July 202413
June 202428
May 20247

A total of 99 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20258
January 20256
December 20248
November 20246
October 202412
September 202413
August 20247
July 20246
June 202412
May 202412

A total of 119 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20257
December 20248
November 20249
October 202414
September 202413
August 202411
July 202412
June 202416
May 202415

A total of 61 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.55 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20255
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
September 20248
August 20247
July 202412
June 20246
May 20249

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20244
October 20241
September 20243
August 20244
July 20242
June 202412
May 20241

A total of 14 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 40 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20255
December 20243
November 20243
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243
June 202412
May 20245

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Bulwell Forest in March 2025

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

1. Woodland Avenue (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Other theft1
Public order1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Abbotsbury Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Bestwood Road (Map)
Total4
Possession of weapons2
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
5. Bancroft Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Highbury Road (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Caporn Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Mccracken Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Adelaide Grove (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1

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