Crime in Keyworth: statistics, rates and trends
278 crimes were recorded in Keyworth in the 12 months to July 2026, 36.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 24% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Keyworth at a glance
- Crime trends in Keyworth
- Types of crime in Keyworth
- Keyworth compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Keyworth
- Streets with the most crime in Keyworth
- What happened after crimes were reported in Keyworth
- Population and deprivation in Keyworth
- Questions about crime in Keyworth
- About this data
278 crimes were recorded in Keyworth in the 12 months to July 2026, 36.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 24% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 112 reports (40% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Keyworth has the 1,354th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Keyworth | Rushcliffe | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 278 | 6,890 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 36.1 | 54.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +24% | +7% | -1% |
| Population | 7,697 | 126,736 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Keyworth was highest in the year to July 2021 (357 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (218). Over the whole period it rose 9%, 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 | 278 | 36.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 224 | 29.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 218 | 28.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 245 | 31.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 272 | 35.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 357 | 46.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 316 | 41.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 290 | 37.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 255 | 33.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 29 |
| June 2026 | 29 |
| May 2026 | 31 |
| April 2026 | 25 |
| March 2026 | 31 |
| February 2026 | 18 |
| January 2026 | 17 |
| December 2025 | 16 |
| November 2025 | 15 |
| October 2025 | 27 |
| September 2025 | 23 |
| August 2025 | 17 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Keyworth 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. The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+81%) and anti-social behaviour (+19%). The largest falls were in burglary (-50%) and shoplifting (-23%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 112 | 14.6 | 0.43 | +81% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 38 | 4.9 | 0.32 | +19% |
| Shoplifting | 30 | 3.9 | 0.47 | -23% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 28 | 3.6 | 0.54 | +65% |
| Other crime | 14 | 1.8 | 0.86 | +250% |
| Vehicle crime | 14 | 1.8 | 0.37 | +100% |
| Other theft | 13 | 1.7 | 0.26 | +0% |
| Public order | 12 | 1.6 | 0.23 | -37% |
| Burglary | 11 | 1.4 | 0.40 | -50% |
| Drugs | 3 | 0.4 | 0.12 | -25% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.16 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.1 | 0.13 | -75% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.10 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Keyworth
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Keyworth recorded 112 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 81% on the year before. It made up 40.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Keyworth
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Keyworth recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 13.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Keyworth
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Keyworth recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 10.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Keyworth
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Keyworth recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 65% on the year before. It made up 10.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Keyworth
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Keyworth recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 250% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Keyworth
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Keyworth recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Keyworth
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Keyworth recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Keyworth
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Keyworth recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Keyworth
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Keyworth recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Keyworth
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Keyworth recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Keyworth
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Keyworth recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Keyworth
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Keyworth recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 75% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Keyworth
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Keyworth recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Keyworth, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Keyworth.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Keyworth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwalton | 308 | 49.8 | +38% |
| Ruddington | 458 | 52.5 | +45% |
| Cotgrave | 532 | 63.2 | +75% |
| West Bridgford | 2,300 | 62.9 | +74% |
| Clifton (Nottingham) | 2,422 | 119.1 | +230% |
| East Leake | 417 | 52.8 | +46% |
| Radcliffe on Trent | 399 | 56.2 | +56% |
| Carlton (Gedling) | 3,211 | 61.1 | +69% |
1 areas within Keyworth, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Keyworth & Wolds had the highest rate (38.4 per 1,000) and Keyworth & Wolds the lowest (38.4). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keyworth & Wolds | Neighbourhood | 9,929 | 381 | 38.4 |
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 Keyworth over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Park Avenue East | 21 |
| On or near Nicker Hill | 18 |
| On or near Parking Area | 18 |
| On or near Dale Road | 14 |
| On or near Chestnut Close | 13 |
| On or near Intake Road | 12 |
| On or near Nottingham Road | 12 |
| On or near Armstrong Road | 10 |
| On or near Croft Road | 10 |
| On or near Manor Road | 9 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Keyworth 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 | 100 | 36.0% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 71 | 25.5% |
| Not recorded | 38 | 13.7% |
| Under investigation | 24 | 8.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 13 | 4.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 13 | 4.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 11 | 4.0% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 1.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 1.1% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.4% |
Keyworth has an estimated population of 7,697. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Keyworth sits in decile 8.4, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Keyworth |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 54.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 82.3% |
| Social rented homes | 7.7% |
| Private rented homes | 9.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.4 |
Is Keyworth a safe place to live?
Keyworth recorded 36.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than 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 Keyworth?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 112 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (38).
Is crime in Keyworth going up or down?
Recorded crime in Keyworth was up 24% on the year before: 278 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 224 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Keyworth?
Keyworth 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 Keyworth. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.