Belper Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Belper’s crime rate in October 2024 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 37% below the UK average of 8.1. This performance positions the area as one of the safer parts of the country, though the distribution of crime types reveals a complex picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly half (46.5%) of all reported crimes, with 47 incidents recorded. This category, while rising by 27% from September, still remains 10% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, contributed 11.9% of total crimes, with a 25% decrease from the previous month, likely influenced by the seasonal transition into shorter evenings and the approach of Halloween. Shoplifting, at 9.9% of total crimes, also saw a 31% deficit compared to the UK average, possibly reflecting the area’s lower retail density or effective local policing strategies. The seasonal context of October—characterized by darker evenings, the end of the tourist season, and Halloween—may have influenced both the frequency and type of crimes. For instance, the 100% increase in burglary could be linked to increased home security concerns during colder months or the temporary absence of residents during holiday periods. However, the absence of significant seasonal spikes in property crimes, such as vehicle crime (79% below UK average), suggests that Belper’s built-up area may benefit from lower levels of transient populations or better community engagement in crime prevention. The data also highlights a paradox: while the overall rate is low, certain categories—like violence and sexual offences—remain high relative to the UK average, indicating a need for targeted interventions in these areas. The interplay between local demographics, economic factors, and seasonal rhythms will likely shape future crime trends, though the current data offers a snapshot of Belper’s relatively stable but uneven crime profile.

October 2024 saw a sharp 100% increase in burglary cases, rising from zero to four incidents—a sudden spike that defies typical seasonal patterns. This surge, alongside a 100% rise in possession of weapons, suggests an unusual shift in criminal activity that may warrant further local scrutiny. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences climbed by 27% compared to September, despite remaining 10% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 25%, from 16 to 12 cases, a drop that may reflect the impact of seasonal transitions, such as shorter evenings or Halloween-related community initiatives. Drug-related crimes fell by two-thirds, from three to one, a significant decrease that contrasts with the 62% UK-wide deficit in this category. The rate of other crime in Belper—0.2 per 1,000—was 11% above the UK average, highlighting a small but persistent divergence in this category. These shifts underscore the complexity of local crime trends, where some categories deviate from both historical norms and national benchmarks.

Belper's crime rate in October 2024 remained stable at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no abrupt shifts in overall crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 reported crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the relatively small population of 19,732. Over the course of October, one crime was reported for every 195 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualizes the frequency of incidents in relation to the local population. This rate is lower than the UK average, but the comparison here is purely local: no UK-wide daily or monthly exposure figures are available for direct comparison. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Belper’s crime burden is significantly lighter than the national average, though this does not preclude areas of concern within specific crime categories. For residents, the 1-in-195 monthly exposure figure underscores that crime remains a rare occurrence, even as certain categories—such as violence and burglary—require closer attention.