Belper Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Belper's crime rate in November 2024 remained lower than the UK average, sitting at 4.1 per 1,000 residents — 46.1% below the national figure of 7.6. This continued trend of relative safety aligns with the area's character as a post-industrial town with a strong community presence. Violent crimes, including assault and sexual offences, accounted for 50.6% of all reported incidents, the most significant category, followed by shoplifting (16.1%) and criminal damage (11.1%). This balance of violent and property crimes contrasts with some UK regions where property crime dominates, suggesting a mix of local dynamics such as community policing efforts and socio-economic factors. The month's context — marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter evenings — may have influenced activity, particularly in retail and public spaces. While violent crime remains the largest category, its rate of 2.1 per 1,000 is 19% below the UK average for this type, indicating effective local interventions or demographic factors. Property crime, though lower than the UK average, saw a 30% increase in shoplifting, possibly linked to seasonal retail activity. These patterns highlight the interplay between local infrastructure, community engagement, and national trends in crime prevention.

November 2024 saw significant shifts in crime trends for Belper, with vehicle crime tripling (from 1 to 3 incidents) and criminal damage and arson rising by 80% (from 5 to 9). These increases may reflect heightened activity during Black Friday shopping or seasonal events like Bonfire Night, which could draw more vehicles to the area and create conditions for arson. Conversely, burglary dropped by 75% (from 4 to 1), linked to improved security measures or reduced foot traffic during colder evenings. Violent crimes, while remaining the largest category, showed a rate 19% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community support networks. Shoplifting, though rising by 30%, still remained below the UK average, with its rate at 0.7 per 1,000 — just 1% above the national figure. This contrast with other categories, such as public order offences (41% below UK average), indicates a nuanced crime profile where some areas of concern align with national trends while others diverge. For residents, the sharp drop in burglary may offer reassurance, but the rise in vehicle crime highlights a need for continued vigilance in parking areas and vehicle security.

Belper's November 2024 crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents marked a 19.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.1, reflecting a consistent downward trend in local crime. This reduction translates to approximately 3 crimes reported per day — a figure that, when contextualised against the area's population of 19,732, means one reported crime occurred for roughly every 244 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, though no direct UK equivalent exists for this metric. The decline in overall crime, combined with the drop in burglary and public order offences, suggests a combination of effective policing strategies and seasonal factors, such as reduced social activity during colder months. However, the sharp increase in vehicle crime and criminal damage may indicate localized pressures, such as increased traffic during Black Friday or the impact of Bonfire Night events. For residents, the 1-in-244 monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime, though this is a monthly aggregate and does not account for daily fluctuations. The contrast with the UK average underscores Belper's position as a relatively safe area, though targeted efforts to address vehicle-related offences may be necessary to sustain this trend.