Crime Rate in Clifton West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Clifton West

The total recorded crimes in Clifton West, Nottingham, UK in July 2025 are around 70 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Clifton West crime rate of 4.24 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (8) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Clifton West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6
  • Grasby Walk with total crimes: 4
  • Wilford Lane 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 areas in the Nottingham.

    • 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 areas in the Nottingham.

  • 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 July 2025 the Clifton West has recorded 70 crimes with crime rate of 4.24 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Clifton West)CrimesRank (Clifton West)CrimesRank (Clifton West)
Hyson Green & Arboretum432 34,039 34,074 1
St. Ann's557 15,594 13,780 2
Castle470 25,089 22,433 5
Meadows335 43,637 43,025 3
Bulwell245 52,799 52,551 4
Berridge188 122,245 71,969 6
Bilborough172 132,289 61,881 12
Basford243 62,238 81,905 10
Bestwood222 72,184 91,966 7
Dales220 82,100 101,958 8
Clifton East202 102,075 121,948 9
Lenton & Wollaton East219 91,845 141,200 16
Sherwood164 151,921 131,888 11
Aspley196 112,080 111,842 13
Radford157 161,682 151,378 14
Mapperley171 141,300 161,309 15
Bulwell Forest131 171,254 171,183 17
Wollaton West91 18797 19650 19
Leen Valley62 20761 20541 20

Clifton West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (18 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2025, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (12 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 68 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20254
May 20253
April 20256
March 20259
February 20255
January 20256
December 20245
November 20245
October 20242
September 202410
August 20245

A total of 32 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20252
April 20253
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20245
August 20244

A total of 71 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
May 202512
April 20256
March 20259
February 20255
January 20251
December 20242
November 20245
October 20247
September 20246
August 20248

A total of 99 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20256
May 20254
April 20255
March 202511
February 20257
January 202511
December 202410
November 20243
September 20245
August 202431

A total of 290 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.17 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202514
May 202522
April 202526
March 202526
February 202520
January 202525
December 202425
November 202421
October 202419
September 202435
August 202429

A total of 33 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20256
May 20252
April 20253
March 20252
February 20254
January 20255
November 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 32 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20241
November 20246
October 20241
August 20247

A total of 18 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
July 20251
June 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241

A total of 154 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 202518
May 202523
April 202512
March 202519
February 20255
January 202510
December 20246
November 20249
October 20249
September 202421
August 202417

A total of 44 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 202511
May 20251
April 20255
March 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
September 20245
August 20245

A total of 27 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20251
April 20256
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
April 20252
September 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
October 20241
August 20241

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
April 20251
March 20252
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

High Crime Locations Clifton West in July 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting5
Burglary1
2. Grasby Walk (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
3. Wilford Lane (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Drugs1
4. Porter Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Gervase Gardens (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary1
6. Barnes Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Monksway (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Varney Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
9. Ruddington Lane (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime3
10. Grange Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1

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