Alfreton Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Alfreton’s crime rate in March 2024 stood at 11.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 48.1% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This disparity highlights the area’s distinct position within national crime trends, particularly in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38% of all reported crimes. Violence and sexual offences alone were 61% higher than the UK average, with a rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents. Public order offences also showed a striking deviation, contributing 17% of total crimes and sitting 252% above the national average. These figures suggest a local environment where interpersonal conflicts and public disruptions are more prevalent than in other parts of the country. The seasonal context of March—a transition to spring with extended evenings—may influence patterns of outdoor activity and social interactions, potentially contributing to higher rates of violence and public disorder. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.6 per 1,000, was 38% above the UK average, further reinforcing the area’s challenges in managing community tensions. Meanwhile, shoplifting and criminal damage also exceeded UK averages, indicating pressures in retail and property sectors. These trends, though consistent with the area’s character as a built-up town within Amber Valley, require careful consideration of local factors such as population density, economic conditions, and community engagement strategies.

March 2024 saw a 142.9% increase in public order offences, rising from seven to 17 cases. This sharp rise, coupled with a 200% increase in vehicle crime (from one to three incidents), suggests localized pressures or events influencing these categories. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour decreased by 22.2%, potentially reflecting seasonal changes or community initiatives. Violence and sexual offences also declined by 13.6%, though they remain 61% above the UK average at 4.3 per 1,000. Vehicle crime in Alfreton is 36% below the UK average, a contrast to other categories where the area significantly outpaces national figures. This divergence underscores the complexity of local crime patterns, with some categories aligning with broader trends and others showing stark deviations. For residents, the 142.9% rise in public order offences is a concrete data point that may warrant attention from local authorities.

Alfreton’s crime rate in March 2024 remained stable at 11.4 per 1,000 residents, a 1.1% increase from February’s 11.2 per 1,000. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity, though localized trends within categories show variation. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three reported crimes per day, a figure that reflects the area’s population density and local dynamics. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 88 residents, a rate that contextualizes the impact of crime on the community. With a population of 8,814, this translates to a monthly exposure that is both measurable and distinct from broader UK averages, which are not directly comparable due to the lack of national daily or monthly exposure statistics. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with sharp increases in specific categories, such as public order offences, which rose by 142.9% month-on-month. This highlights the need for targeted local analysis rather than broad generalizations.