Belper Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Belper's crime rate in May 2024 was 3.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 63.1% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This stark deviation from national trends highlights the area's unique crime profile, shaped by its status as a post-industrial town within Amber Valley. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.1% of all crimes, with a rate of 1.2 per 1,000—58% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed at 21.0%, and other theft at 11.3%, illustrating a focus on interpersonal and property-related issues over more severe crimes. Seasonal factors may partly explain these patterns, as May's longer evenings and bank holidays could influence outdoor drinking and socialising, contributing to the prevalence of violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the low rates of burglary and vehicle crime—each at 0.1 per 1,000—contrast with typical urban trends, suggesting effective local deterrence measures or lower target attractiveness in this built-up area. The data also reveals a consistent underperformance relative to UK averages in categories like public order offences (68% below) and shoplifting (69% below), pointing to a broader systemic safety advantage. These findings align with Belper's historical context as a town transitioning from industrial decline to a quieter, community-focused environment, where crime prevention efforts may have a more pronounced impact.

May 2024 saw a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 1 to 2 cases, a stark contrast to the 62.5% drop in shoplifting (8 to 3). This shift suggests a reallocation of criminal activity, with anti-social behaviour (21.0% of total crimes) and violence and sexual offences (37.1%) remaining dominant. Public order offences rose by 33.3%, while vehicle crime and burglary both halved, reflecting a mixed picture of local enforcement and community dynamics. The category of violence and sexual offences, at 1.2 per 1,000, was 58% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, illustrating Belper's distinct profile. Residents may find the 50% reduction in burglary (4 to 2 cases) particularly reassuring, though the doubling of drug-related incidents raises questions about local support systems. These changes, while not statistically linked to May's seasonal factors, underscore the need for targeted interventions in emerging areas of concern.

Belper's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, a 27.1% decrease from April's 4.3 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader pattern of reduced property crime, particularly shoplifting, which fell by 62.5% (8 to 3 cases). Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 318 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in absolute terms. Daily crime counts averaged two incidents per day, a rate that remains lower than many UK areas. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Belper's 19,732 residents experienced 62 crimes, equating to a localised frequency that is 63.1% below the UK average. This contrast highlights the area's relatively safer environment, though fluctuations in specific categories—such as the doubling of drug-related incidents—suggest ongoing local dynamics that warrant closer attention. The comparison to April's figures also underscores the volatility of certain crime types, with vehicle crime and burglary both halving in number. These shifts, while statistically significant, must be interpreted alongside broader seasonal and community factors influencing criminal activity.