Belper Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Belper's crime rate for October 2025 stands at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 44.2% below the UK average of 7.7. This statistic underscores Belper's position as a relatively safe built-up area within Amber Valley. The most prevalent category of crime remains violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 51.8% of all reported incidents. This category's rate of 2.2 per 1,000 is 17% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community characteristics may be contributing to this trend. Criminal damage and arson, the second most common category, occurred at a rate of 0.5 per 1,000, 11% below the national average. The seasonal context of October, with its darker evenings and Halloween festivities, may have influenced crime patterns. Public order offences, which fell to 0.3 per 1,000, were 43% below the UK average, indicating that Belper's public spaces continue to be managed effectively. The combination of low property crime rates and a strong focus on violent crime prevention appears to be shaping the area's crime profile. While the slight 3.6% increase from September may reflect the transition into darker evenings, the broader trend of sustained low crime rates suggests that Belper maintains a consistent safety record relative to its population size.

October 2025 saw a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, with reported incidents rising from 1 to 2. This surge, though modest in absolute terms, contrasts with the 54.5% decrease in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 11 to 5. The violent crime category, accounting for 51.8% of all reported incidents, remains 17% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Burglary also rose sharply, with three incidents reported for the first time this year, marking a 100% increase from zero in September. Meanwhile, shoplifting and public order offences both remained 52% and 43% below UK averages, respectively, suggesting that Belper's retail and public spaces continue to be relatively secure. For residents, the 3.6% monthly increase in overall crime rate may raise awareness, but the broader context of sustained low rates against national benchmarks provides reassurance.

Belper's crime rate in October 2025 rose slightly to 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a 3.6% increase from the previous month's 4.2. This translates to approximately 3 crimes reported daily across the built-up area, a figure that remains relatively low compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 232 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in this area. When viewed through the lens of population, Belper's crime rate continues to reflect a safer profile than many similar-sized communities, with the monthly exposure statistic underscoring that most residents experience no direct involvement in crime. The slight increase from September may be attributed to seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and Halloween activities. This context helps residents understand that while crime rates fluctuate, the area maintains a consistent level of safety relative to its population size.