Belper Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Belper, 4.4 crimes were reported in August 2025 — a figure 45.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 3 crimes across the built-up area, though the distribution of crime types reveals a distinct pattern. Violent crimes, including sexual offences, accounted for 44.8% of all incidents, a rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents. This is 30% below the UK average for this category, suggesting Belper's violent crime profile is lower than national trends. Property crimes, such as other theft and criminal damage, contributed 25.2% of the total, with rates remaining near or below UK averages. Seasonal factors may partly explain these figures: August, a peak holiday month, often sees increased tourism and empty homes, which could contribute to higher burglary risks. However, Belper's data shows burglary at 0.1 per 1,000 — 63% below the UK average — indicating that local factors, such as community policing or property security measures, may offset seasonal vulnerabilities. The prominence of violent crimes over property crimes contrasts with patterns in larger urban centres, where property crime often dominates. This suggests Belper's unique social fabric, shaped by its historical industrial roots and smaller population, influences crime dynamics. While the overall rate is low, the concentration of violent incidents raises questions about local hotspots, such as public spaces or nightlife areas, that may require targeted interventions.

August 2025 saw a 100% increase in burglary, rising from 1 to 2 incidents — a stark contrast to the 63% UK average for this category. Other theft and criminal damage both rose by 22.2%, suggesting a possible shift in criminal activity toward property-related offences during the summer months. Anti-social behaviour, however, dropped by 69.6% compared to July, reflecting a significant reduction in incidents that may relate to seasonal changes in community activity. Violent crimes, though remaining the most common category, are 30% below the UK average, with a rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents. This gap is particularly pronounced in public order offences, which fell 48% below the national average. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the 45.7% gap between Belper's overall crime rate and the UK average, highlighting the area's relative safety. The decrease in anti-social behaviour may also indicate that community initiatives or local enforcement efforts are having an impact, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this. Meanwhile, the rise in burglary and property-related crimes underscores the need for continued vigilance in securing homes during periods of low occupancy, such as holidays.

Belper's August 2025 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 26.3% decrease from July's rate of 6.0 per 1,000 — a decline that, while modest, reflects a broader trend of reduced crime. When scaled to daily life, this translates to an average of 3 crimes reported per day, a figure that, while not insignificant, remains well below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 227 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is far lower than the national average. This statistic is particularly relevant for families and individuals assessing their personal risk: in Belper, the likelihood of encountering a crime is significantly lower than in most other parts of the UK. The population context also matters: with 19,732 residents, the absolute number of crimes (87) is manageable, though the distribution across crime types suggests that violent incidents, rather than property crimes, remain the primary concern. This pattern contrasts with larger urban areas, where property crime often dominates. For Belper residents, the data reinforces the idea that the area is relatively safe, though the concentration of violent crimes indicates that targeted efforts to address specific hotspots may still be necessary.