Amber Valley Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Amber Valley's crime profile in June 2024 reveals a stark contrast between violent and property crimes, with the former dominating the landscape. The overall crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents places the area 7.3% below the UK average of 8.2, a margin that underscores a relative safety advantage. However, the breakdown of crimes shows that 40.3% of all incidents fall under violent and sexual offences, a category that is 12% above the UK average. This dominance of violence is accompanied by a notable 21.4% share of anti-social behaviour, which itself is 14% higher than the national average. Public order offences also exceed UK norms by 31%, suggesting a concentration of disruptive activity in specific areas. Seasonal factors likely play a role: as June marks the start of summer, the extended daylight hours and increased social activity may contribute to the rise in violent and anti-social incidents. Conversely, property crimes like shoplifting and vehicle crime are significantly below the UK average, with shoplifting at 52% below and vehicle crime at 33% below. These discrepancies could reflect the area's mix of urban and rural characteristics, where public spaces may see more interaction but private property remains relatively secure. The overall picture is one of a community grappling with rising interpersonal conflict while maintaining a lower incidence of property-related crime, a balance that may warrant targeted interventions to address the root causes of violent and anti-social behaviour.

June 2024 saw an 85.7% increase in burglary, jumping from 21 to 39 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 45.8% rise in vehicle crime, points to a growing vulnerability in property security. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour climbed 24.1%, reaching 211 incidents—a figure 14% above the UK average. These spikes contrast with declines in other categories: bicycle theft fell 33.3% to 2 incidents, and other crime dropped 38.1% to 13 cases. The dominance of violent crime—40.3% of all reported incidents—suggests a shift in criminal activity patterns. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, are 12% above the UK average, indicating a localised challenge in addressing personal safety. This imbalance between property and violent crime may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased social interaction during summer evenings.

Amber Valley's crime rate in June 2024 rose 5.0% from 7.2 to 7.6 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a slight upward trend. This equates to roughly 33 crimes reported daily, a figure that contextualises the local burden of crime in tangible terms. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 132 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides a snapshot of how frequently crime intersects with daily life. While this rate is 7.3% below the UK average, the localised nature of crime in Amber Valley means residents experience a distinct pattern compared to national trends. The increase in violent crimes—particularly violence and sexual offences—contrasts with declines in property-related crimes like shoplifting and vehicle crime, suggesting shifting dynamics in criminal activity. These changes, though modest, warrant attention to community safety strategies and resource allocation.