Amber Valley Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Amber Valley's crime profile in June 2023 reveals a striking dominance of violent crime over property-related offences, a pattern that may reflect seasonal dynamics. With a total crime rate of 9.1 per 1,000 residents—7.1% above the UK average—the area's crime profile is shaped by a 38.2% share of violence and sexual offences, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.9%) and public order issues (12.0%). This concentration of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where such offences account for 20% of all reported incidents. The summer season likely amplifies these trends, as longer daylight hours and increased public activity in town centres may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. While property crimes remain a concern, they are relatively subdued compared to violent crime, with shoplifting incidents at 0.3 per 1,000 (44 below UK average) and burglary at 0.2 per 1,000 (38% below national figures). This imbalance suggests that Amber Valley's crime profile is more influenced by social interactions than physical security vulnerabilities. The area's mix of urban and rural characteristics may further explain these patterns, as commuter hubs and town centres tend to see higher rates of anti-social behaviour and public disorder during peak summer months. The overall crime rate, while elevated, remains within a range consistent with similar-sized local authority districts in England, though the dominance of violent crime warrants closer examination of local factors such as policing strategies and community engagement initiatives.

Violent crime dominated June's crime mix, comprising 38.2% of all incidents compared to property crimes at 23.1% (275 cases). This shift from previous months may reflect seasonal factors, as June marks the start of summer when public spaces see increased usage. Shoplifting incidents rose sharply by 51.7% (29 to 44), a trend that could be linked to warmer weather driving more retail activity. Conversely, bicycle theft fell 62.5% (from 8 to 3), due to reduced cycling during summer months. Violence and sexual offences in Amber Valley are 20% above the UK average (3.5 vs 2.9 per 1,000), while shoplifting is 44% below the national rate (0.3 vs 0.5 per 1,000). These disparities highlight the area's unique crime profile, with public order offences (12.0% share) significantly outpacing the UK average by 64%.

Amber Valley's crime rate in June 2023 rose 9.5% from May's 8.3 per 1,000 to 9.1 per 1,000, marking the highest monthly rate since January 2023. This translates to 39 crimes reported daily on average—a figure that may partly explain heightened local concern during summer months. Over the course of June, one crime was reported for every 110 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure for households in the area. When compared to the UK average, Amber Valley's rate remains 7.1% higher, though this gap has narrowed from previous months. The population context reveals that while the rate is elevated, the absolute number of crimes (1,183) is distributed across 130,451 residents, meaning most residents experience no direct impact. This aggregate perspective contrasts with the more immediate concern of daily crime counts, which may influence perceptions of safety in high-traffic areas.