Crime in Leen Valley: statistics, rates and trends
778 crimes were recorded in Leen Valley in the 12 months to July 2026, 89.0 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Leen Valley at a glance
- Crime trends in Leen Valley
- Types of crime in Leen Valley
- Leen Valley compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Leen Valley
- What happened after crimes were reported in Leen Valley
- Population and deprivation in Leen Valley
- Questions about crime in Leen Valley
- About this data
778 crimes were recorded in Leen Valley in the 12 months to July 2026, 89.0 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 232 reports (30% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Leen Valley has the 1,534th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Leen Valley | Nottingham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 778 | 51,573 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 89.0 | 155.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +0% | +5% | -1% |
| Population | 8,742 | 331,077 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Leen Valley was highest in the year to July 2021 (843 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (645). Over the whole period it fell 7%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 778 | 89.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 775 | 88.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 806 | 92.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 645 | 73.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 716 | 81.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 843 | 96.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 823 | 94.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 801 | 91.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 836 | 95.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 80 |
| June 2026 | 87 |
| May 2026 | 61 |
| April 2026 | 81 |
| March 2026 | 79 |
| February 2026 | 54 |
| January 2026 | 51 |
| December 2025 | 59 |
| November 2025 | 60 |
| October 2025 | 51 |
| September 2025 | 52 |
| August 2025 | 63 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Leen Valley over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for shoplifting, other crime, bicycle theft.
The largest increases were in other theft (+68%) and criminal damage and arson (+30%). The largest falls were in burglary (-51%) and drugs (-31%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 232 | 26.5 | 0.78 | -0% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 104 | 11.9 | 0.78 | +4% |
| Shoplifting | 97 | 11.1 | 1.34 | -20% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 73 | 8.4 | 1.23 | +30% |
| Other theft | 67 | 7.7 | 1.20 | +68% |
| Public order | 45 | 5.1 | 0.77 | -2% |
| Vehicle crime | 42 | 4.8 | 0.98 | -12% |
| Other crime | 25 | 2.9 | 1.35 | +19% |
| Burglary | 22 | 2.5 | 0.71 | -51% |
| Bicycle theft | 19 | 2.2 | 2.64 | +138% |
| Robbery | 19 | 2.2 | 1.61 | +58% |
| Drugs | 18 | 2.1 | 0.63 | -31% |
| Possession of weapons | 12 | 1.4 | 1.41 | +0% |
| Theft from the person | 3 | 0.3 | 0.20 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Leen Valley
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Leen Valley recorded 232 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (26.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 29.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Leen Valley
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Leen Valley recorded 104 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 13.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Leen Valley
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Leen Valley recorded 97 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 12.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Leen Valley
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Leen Valley recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 9.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Leen Valley
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Leen Valley recorded 67 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 68% on the year before. It made up 8.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Leen Valley
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Leen Valley recorded 45 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Leen Valley
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Leen Valley recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Leen Valley
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Leen Valley recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Leen Valley
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Leen Valley recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 51% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Leen Valley
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Leen Valley recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 138% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Leen Valley
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Leen Valley recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 58% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Leen Valley
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Leen Valley recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Leen Valley
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Leen Valley recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Leen Valley
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Leen Valley recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Leen Valley, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Leen Valley.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Leen Valley |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspley | 2,058 | 114.3 | +28% |
| Radford | 2,477 | 131.0 | +47% |
| Hyson Green & Arboretum | 4,962 | 204.2 | +129% |
| Bilborough | 2,059 | 112.5 | +26% |
| Basford | 1,891 | 114.0 | +28% |
| Wollaton West | 1,063 | 69.2 | -22% |
| Berridge | 2,320 | 128.9 | +45% |
| Lenton & Wollaton East | 2,873 | 131.7 | +48% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Leen Valley over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Denehurst Avenue | 61 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 57 |
| On or near Dalemoor Gardens | 51 |
| On or near Manville Close | 48 |
| On or near Aspley Lane | 42 |
| On or near Eton Close | 36 |
| On or near Glencairn Drive | 36 |
| On or near Trentham Drive | 27 |
| On or near Western Boulevard | 26 |
| On or near Newcastle Farm Drive | 19 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Leen Valley over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 253 | 32.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 251 | 32.3% |
| Not recorded | 104 | 13.4% |
| Under investigation | 62 | 8.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 33 | 4.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 24 | 3.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 18 | 2.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 12 | 1.5% |
| Local resolution | 11 | 1.4% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.3% |
Leen Valley has an estimated population of 8,742. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Leen Valley sits in decile 4.4, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Leen Valley |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 22.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 71.9% |
| Social rented homes | 12.1% |
| Private rented homes | 15.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.4 |
Is Leen Valley a safe place to live?
Leen Valley recorded 89.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Leen Valley?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 232 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (104).
Is crime in Leen Valley going up or down?
Recorded crime in Leen Valley was almost unchanged on the year before: 778 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 775 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Leen Valley?
Leen Valley is policed by Nottinghamshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Leen Valley. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.