Alfreton Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Alfreton’s crime profile in June 2024, contributing 46.9% of all reported crimes. At 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall crime rate is 56.1% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, highlighting a significant disparity. This rate, the highest in the area’s recent monthly records, underscores a pressing concern for local residents. The dominance of violent crime—53 cases, or 6.0 per 1,000—far exceeds the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, with anti-social behaviour (1.9 per 1,000) and public order offences (1.5 per 1,000) also elevated. Seasonal factors may partly explain this pattern: as June marks the start of summer, longer daylight hours and increased foot traffic in public spaces could create conditions conducive to such crimes. The area’s built-up nature, with a mix of residential and commercial zones, likely amplifies interactions that contribute to violence and anti-social behaviour. While property crimes remain a concern, they account for only 26 of 113 total incidents, suggesting that personal safety issues take precedence over theft or burglary. This contrast with the UK average, where property crimes often dominate, further illustrates Alfreton’s distinct crime profile. The data may also reflect the impact of local events or social dynamics during the summer months, though specific factors remain unclear without further analysis.

June 2024 saw sharp month-on-month increases in three crime categories, with Other crime surging by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and Vehicle crime rising by 150% (from 2 to 5). These jumps, though relatively small in absolute terms, suggest emerging trends that warrant attention. Conversely, Criminal damage and arson fell by 92.3% (from 13 to 1), a drop that may reflect seasonal patterns or targeted interventions. The breakdown of crime types reveals stark contrasts with the UK average: violence and sexual offences are 117% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour and public order offences are also significantly elevated. This divergence highlights Alfreton’s unique challenges, particularly in managing violent and disruptive incidents. For residents, the 53 reported cases of violence and sexual offences—nearly half of all crimes—offer a clear indicator of where local efforts might focus. Meanwhile, the 13% increase in shoplifting compared to the UK average (0.6 vs 0.7 per 1,000) suggests that retail areas remain vulnerable. These shifts in crime mix underscore the need for targeted strategies to address the most pressing issues, particularly those contributing to the area’s elevated violent crime rates.

Alfreton’s crime rate in June 2024 rose to 12.8 per 1,000, a 16.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 11.0 per 1,000. This upward trend, though modest, reflects a growing concern for local residents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day, a figure that, while not extreme, signals a consistent presence of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 78 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while lower than some urban centres, remains a concern in a relatively small built-up area. When compared to the UK average, Alfreton’s position as a major outlier is evident: its overall rate is 56.1% above the national average, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour driving this gap. The population context further emphasizes the scale of the issue: with 8,814 residents, the 113 reported crimes equate to a density of 12.8 crimes per 1,000 people, a figure that starkly contrasts with the UK’s more balanced distribution. This disparity may reflect the area’s unique socio-economic profile, though further analysis would be needed to confirm. For residents, the comparison to the UK average serves as both a benchmark and a reminder of the need for localised solutions to address the specific challenges facing Alfreton.