Belper Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Belper's crime profile in November 2025 continues to show a marked divergence from the UK average, with an overall rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents—47.9% below the national figure of 7.3 per 1,000. This consistent underperformance against the UK benchmark reflects the area's unique characteristics as a built-up zone within Amber Valley, where historical industrial decline has been offset by a focus on community policing and local engagement initiatives. The most prevalent crime type, violence and sexual offences (39 incidents, 52% of total), remains 22% below the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000), suggesting that the area's social fabric may be more resilient to violent crime than the national average. Anti-social behaviour, at 10 incidents (13.3% of total), is 53% below the UK average (1.1 per 1,000), though its 100% month-on-month increase raises questions about seasonal factors such as the extended darkness of November evenings. The local context—characterised by a mix of residential and commercial zones, with limited nightlife activity—may contribute to the relatively low rates of public order offences (0.3 per 1,000, 36% below the UK average). As November's shorter days and colder weather take hold, the interplay between environmental factors and community dynamics will likely shape the next month's crime trends.

November 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with anti-social behaviour surging by 100% to 10 incidents, the highest monthly total since at least 2020. This spike, occurring against the backdrop of Bonfire Night and dark evenings, may partly explain the increase, though no direct link to specific events was confirmed. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 33.3% to four incidents, potentially reflecting early holiday shopping patterns or improved retail security measures. Violent crimes, at 39 incidents, remained 22% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.6 per 1,000), a consistent trend that may be influenced by Belper's relatively stable community dynamics. The 53% UK deficit in anti-social behaviour (0.5 per 1,000) contrasts with the 100% local increase, illustrating the complexity of tracking crime patterns in a small built-up area. Residents may find the 1-in-263 monthly exposure rate useful for understanding the low probability of being directly affected by crime.

Belper's crime rate in November 2025 dropped to 3.8 per 1,000 residents, an 11.8% decrease from the previous month's 4.3 per 1,000. This decline continues a trend of relative safety compared to the UK average, which remains 7.3 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly two crimes reported per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the area's consistent underperformance against national benchmarks. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 263 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the manageable scale of crime in Belper. When contextualised against the built-up area's population of 19,732, this suggests that most residents experience minimal direct exposure to crime, though the 1-in-263 ratio highlights the importance of sustained community vigilance. The reduction in crime may partly explain the lower-than-expected levels of violent crime and property offences, which have historically been influenced by local factors such as the town's retail presence and seasonal activity.