Alfreton Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Alfreton’s October 2024 crime rate of 14.1 per 1,000 residents places it 74.1% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the national trend of declining crime rates in many areas. This elevated figure is driven by a sharp increase in violent crimes, which accounted for 38.7% of all incidents — significantly higher than the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences (48 incidents) dominated the crime picture, likely influenced by the seasonal transition into darker evenings and the Halloween period, which may have increased opportunities for such crimes in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also rose sharply, with a 55% gap above the UK average, suggesting persistent issues in community areas. The breakdown illustrates a troubling shift in the crime profile, with property-related offences (39 incidents) now slightly outnumbering violent crimes — a reversal from previous months. This trend may reflect the impact of seasonal factors on both residential and commercial areas. The combination of high anti-social behaviour reports and elevated violent crime figures indicates a need for targeted community engagement and increased policing in areas with high foot traffic or limited lighting. While burglary rates fell modestly, the overall upward trajectory in crime suggests that residents should remain vigilant, particularly during the early evening hours and in locations associated with local events.

The most alarming month-on-month change was the 133.3% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from three to seven incidents. This surge aligns with seasonal factors, as darker evenings and Halloween may have contributed to increased illicit activity in public spaces. Criminal damage and arson also rose sharply by 114.3%, with 15 incidents reported — 188% above the UK average. This category’s spike may reflect heightened vandalism in areas with high anti-social behaviour reports, which themselves rose by 55% compared to the UK average. Meanwhile, bicycle theft doubled from zero to one incident, a stark anomaly that could indicate targeted activity or opportunistic theft in local parks and residential zones. Although burglary rates fell by 25%, this decrease was offset by the overall rise in violent crimes, which accounted for 38.7% of all reported incidents. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with high anti-social behaviour reports and during periods of reduced visibility.

Alfreton's crime rate in October 2024 rose by 19.2% compared to the previous month, reflecting a concerning upward trend. With 124 crimes reported over 31 days, the area experienced an average of four crimes per day — a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in local neighbourhoods. This translates to one reported crime for every 71 residents over the course of the month, a monthly exposure rate that is higher than the UK average. While burglary rates fell by 25% (from four to three incidents), this decline was offset by sharp increases in other categories. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Alfreton’s crime profile remains significantly elevated relative to the UK, with 74.1% above the national average. Residents should consider this context when assessing personal safety, particularly given the shift in crime mix towards violent and property-related offences. The daily crime count and monthly exposure rate highlight the need for continued vigilance, especially in areas with high foot traffic or limited street lighting.