Belper Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Belper's crime profile in December 2025 starkly contrasts with the UK average, recording a rate of 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents—48.6% below the national figure of 7.0. This built-up area within Amber Valley exhibits a distinct crime pattern shaped by seasonal dynamics and local characteristics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 42.3% of all reported crimes, a figure 42% below the UK average for this category. This may partly explain the overall lower rate, given the area's likely mix of residential and retail spaces that could foster community cohesion. Public order offences, though lower than the UK average for most categories, rose sharply to 16.9% of total crimes, linked to holiday-related gatherings and increased foot traffic in local centres. Shoplifting (11.3% of crimes) and anti-social behaviour (8.5%) also featured prominently. The month's seasonal context—Christmas shopping, extended evenings, and holiday-related absences—likely influenced patterns, with reduced burglary rates reflecting fewer vacant homes. While the area's crime rate is lower than the UK average, the prominence of violence and public order offences suggests targeted local efforts may be warranted to address these specific challenges.

December 2025 saw stark shifts in Belper's crime mix, with public order offences doubling to 12 reports—100% higher than November—and shoplifting cases also doubling to 8. This surge in public order incidents, now 36% above the UK average, may reflect the pressures of the festive season and increased social interactions in public spaces. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), a significant drop that aligns with the seasonal pattern of reduced household occupancy during holidays. The rise in drug-related offences, which doubled from 0 to 2, highlights an emerging concern that may require closer monitoring. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 57.1% (from 7 to 3), due to fewer cold-weather-related incidents or proactive community efforts. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 40% (from 10 to 6), suggesting that local initiatives or seasonal changes may have contributed to this decline. These fluctuations underscore the combination of local factors and national trends, with Belper's crime profile remaining distinct in its emphasis on interpersonal offences despite overall lower rates.

Belper's December 2025 crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents represents a 5.3% decrease from November's 3.8, reflecting a continuing downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may seem low but must be contextualised within the local environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 278 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, while specific to Belper, illustrates the relative safety of the area compared to larger urban centres. With a population of 19,732, this translates to a manageable level of risk for residents, though the prominence of violence and public order offences suggests targeted awareness may still be necessary. The comparison to the UK average highlights Belper's unique position as a relatively low-crime area, particularly in categories like burglary (64% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (73% below). However, the area's performance in public order offences—36% above the UK average—reveals a specific challenge that contrasts with its overall safety profile. These figures, when viewed through the lens of local demographics and seasonal factors, provide a nuanced picture of Belper's crime profile.