Neighbours living in what they say is the 'safest area of Nottingham' have described life in a low-crime community. Wollaton folk say they would never consider moving anywhere else.
The leafy suburb has had the least crime reports across the entire city, according to the latest data. Figures from the Home Office reveal there were just 68 reports of crimes - of which 22 were reports of violence and sexual offences. There were also eleven reports of shoplifting, and eleven of criminal damage and arson. By contrast, Arboretum and Hyson Green, which have been grouped together on police.uk, has recorded recorded 289 crime reports - of which 105 were reports of violence and sexual offences.
Sarah Smith, 29, has always lived in Wollaton. She said: "No one feels in danger here. I think we have a problem with litter and dog poo. But there is nothing criminal happening here.
