Amber Valley Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Amber Valley’s crime rate in January 2024 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 10.8% below the UK average of 7.4. This figure reflects a continued trend of lower-than-average crime levels, though the breakdown of incident types reveals a mixed picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43% of all reported crimes, significantly higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (12% above), suggesting persistent challenges in this area. Anti-social behaviour followed with 12.8% of incidents, a rate 9% below the UK average, indicating effective community management or local deterrents. The seasonal context of January—characterised by post-holiday activity, reduced retail footfall, and shorter daylight hours—likely contributed to the observed patterns. For instance, the sharp decline in burglary (from 27 to 12 incidents) may be attributed to fewer opportunities for outdoor crimes, while the rise in theft from the person could indicate increased vulnerability in public spaces. The area’s relatively low rates of property crime, such as shoplifting (0.5 per 1,000, 12% below UK average) and vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000, 40% below), further support the notion that Amber Valley’s crime profile is shaped by its demographic and geographic characteristics. While the overall rate remains stable, the fluctuation in specific categories underscores the need for targeted interventions and community engagement, particularly in areas where violent crime persists. The data also highlights the importance of contextual factors, such as the post-holiday period, in influencing crime trends, which may require tailored policing strategies or public awareness campaigns to address emerging risks.

January 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Theft from the person rose sharply by 100%, marking a shift from zero to three reported incidents—a significant change that may reflect heightened awareness or increased vulnerability in certain areas. Meanwhile, burglary decreased by 55.6%, potentially linked to the post-holiday period and reduced retail footfall typical of January. Anti-social behaviour remained below the UK average (9% below), while violence and sexual offences exceeded the national rate by 12%, highlighting a persistent challenge in this category. The drop in vehicle crime (40% below UK average) and shoplifting (12% below) suggests that seasonal factors, such as shorter days and reduced outdoor activity, may have dampened these types of incidents. These shifts underscore the combination of local conditions and crime trends, with some categories aligning with national patterns while others deviate significantly. For residents, the increase in theft from the person serves as a tangible reminder to remain vigilant in public spaces.

Amber Valley's crime rate in January 2024 remained stable compared to December 2023, with a 2.0% increase from 6.5 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This slight upward trend is not statistically significant and aligns with the area’s position 10.8% below the UK average. Daily crime figures show 28 incidents per day on average, a rate consistent with the area’s historical patterns. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 151 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the frequency of incidents for local residents. This figure is lower than the UK average, reflecting Amber Valley’s generally lower crime profile compared to other regions. The population context also highlights that the 130,451 residents in Amber Valley experience fewer crimes per capita than the national average, though localised fluctuations—such as the 100% increase in theft from the person—warrant closer examination of specific factors. The stable monthly rate suggests no major shifts in crime patterns, though the breakdown of individual categories reveals nuanced changes that may reflect seasonal or community-specific influences.