Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NG7 · Nottingham
1,153
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NG2 · Nottinghamshire
319
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
West Bridgford has less crime — 319 vs 1,153 incidents in April 2026.
Nottingham recorded substantially more crime than West Bridgford in April 2026 — 1,153 incidents compared to 319, a 3.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Nottingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (188), while West Bridgford has more Other theft (39). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, West Bridgford recorded fewer crimes than Nottingham — 319 vs 1,153 incidents. That is 72% fewer crimes. Nottingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Nottingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while West Bridgford had more Other theft. Overall, West Bridgford recorded fewer total crimes (319 vs 1,153).