Crime Rate in Clifton West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Clifton West

The total recorded crimes in Clifton West, Nottingham, UK in March 2025 are around 89 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Clifton West crime rate of 5.39 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 Clifton West, encompassing approximately 16,514 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (30.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (19) incidents (280.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (57.14% increase)
Clifton West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 15
  • Dalehead Road with total crimes: 12
  • Thymus Walk with total crimes: 4

How safe is Clifton West?

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

  • Relative to Nottingham:

    • In 2024, Clifton West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Nottingham average, with 880 crimes compared to 2340.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Clifton West recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Clifton West had fewer crimes than the Nottingham average, with 925 crimes compared to 1,920. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Clifton West recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Clifton West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Clifton West has recorded 89 crimes with crime rate of 5.39 ranking 19th out of 19 in the Nottingham, UK

In 2024, the total Clifton West crimes were 880. The crime rate of Clifton West in 2024 was 53.29 (year) or 4.44 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Nottingham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Clifton West were around 925 crimes with yearly crime rate of 56.01 (year) or 4.67 (month) ranking 18 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
Bulwell Forest103 171,254 171,183 17
Leen Valley94 18761 20541 20
Wollaton West78 20797 19650 19

Clifton West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (21 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (31 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (29 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (20 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 291 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202520
January 202525
December 202425
November 202421
October 202419
September 202435
August 202429
July 202434
June 202436
May 202420
April 20241

A total of 36 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20245
August 20244
July 20247
June 20246
May 20244

A total of 93 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20257
January 202511
December 202410
November 20243
September 20245
August 202431
July 202414
May 20241

A total of 74 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20256
December 20245
November 20245
October 20242
September 202410
August 20245
July 20243
June 202414
May 202410

A total of 72 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20251
December 20242
November 20245
October 20247
September 20246
August 20248
July 20244
June 202420
May 20245

A total of 14 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 164 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 20255
January 202510
December 20246
November 20249
October 20249
September 202421
August 202417
July 202415
June 202430
May 202423

A total of 31 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.44 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
September 20245
August 20245
July 20246
May 20242

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 38 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20241
November 20246
October 20241
August 20247
July 20243
June 20248
May 20245

A total of 29 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.22 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20255
November 20241
September 20243
August 20241
July 20246
June 20242
May 20245

A total of 23 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242
July 20244
June 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Clifton West in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total15
Shoplifting14
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Dalehead Road (Map)
Total12
Anti-social behaviour4
Shoplifting4
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Thymus Walk (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Nobel Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Hodgkin Close (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Brooksby Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
7. Pinfold Lane (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Wakefield Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
9. Kipling Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sherrington Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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