Crime Rate in Sherwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Sherwood

The total recorded crimes in Sherwood, Nottingham, UK in March 2025 are around 181 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sherwood crime rate of 2.21 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 Sherwood, encompassing approximately 82,052 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (60) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (28) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (26) incidents (30.00% increase)
Sherwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 21
  • Prison with total crimes: 20
  • New Street with total crimes: 19

How safe is Sherwood?

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

  • Relative to Nottingham:

    • In 2024, Sherwood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Nottingham average, with 1921 crimes compared to 2340.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Sherwood recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Sherwood had fewer crimes than the Nottingham average, with 1,888 crimes compared to 1,920. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Sherwood recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Sherwood Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Sherwood has recorded 181 crimes with crime rate of 2.21 ranking 13th out of 19 in the Nottingham, UK

In 2024, the total Sherwood crimes were 1,921. The crime rate of Sherwood in 2024 was 23.41 (year) or 1.95 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Nottingham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Sherwood were around 1,888 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.01 (year) or 1.92 (month) ranking 11 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
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

Sherwood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (60 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (28 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 48 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (70 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 56 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 30 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (56 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (25 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (53 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (18 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , 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 (32 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 68 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 41 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (120 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (46 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (56 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (25 incidents).

In April 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 72 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20254
January 202510
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20246
August 20242
July 20246
June 202416
May 20249

A total of 695 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 57.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 120 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202560
February 202548
January 202570
December 202456
November 202450
October 202456
September 202453
August 202456
July 202468
June 2024120
May 202456
April 20242

A total of 142 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 20259
January 202512
December 202410
November 20249
October 202416
September 202417
August 20248
July 20249
June 202426
May 20245

A total of 211 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.18 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202528
February 202520
January 202534
December 202430
November 20243
October 20244
September 202412
August 202432
July 202441
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 107 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20254
January 20259
December 20246
November 202411
October 20244
September 20248
August 20249
July 202411
June 202424
May 202412

A total of 64 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20254
January 20256
December 20245
November 20241
October 20247
September 20241
August 20244
July 20248
June 202416
May 20244

A total of 114 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.36 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20254
January 20259
December 20244
November 202411
October 202413
September 20249
August 202413
July 202414
June 202414
May 202415

A total of 268 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202520
January 202528
December 202414
November 202414
October 202425
September 202418
August 202426
July 202426
June 202446
May 202425

A total of 90 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20258
January 202514
December 20247
November 20245
October 20245
September 20243
August 20243
July 202410
June 202420
May 20247

A total of 76 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 202510
December 20245
November 20244
October 20247
September 20248
August 20244
July 20246
June 202418
May 20245

A total of 14 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20244
July 20243
May 20241

A total of 22 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
October 20241
August 20245
July 20243
June 20246

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

MonthCount
February 20256
January 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20246
September 20241
August 20242
July 20246
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 17 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
December 20245
September 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242

High Crime Locations Sherwood in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total21
Shoplifting16
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Prison (Map)
Total20
Violence and sexual offences13
Drugs3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other crime2
3. New Street (Map)
Total19
Violence and sexual offences8
Anti-social behaviour4
Shoplifting2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour5
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Shoplifting2
6. Flintham Drive (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Embley Road (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Longmead Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Public order1
9. Longdale Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
10. Ravensmore Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1

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