Amber Valley Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Amber Valley's crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents in November 2024 places it 26.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure translates to 735 total crimes for the area's population of 130,451, a volume that underscores the relatively low crime burden compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 52.1% of all reported crimes (383 incidents), followed by criminal damage and arson (11.0%) and public order offences (7.8%). These patterns align with November's seasonal dynamics, as the month's extended evenings and events like Bonfire Night may contribute to higher incidents of public disorder. The area's violent crime rate, while below the UK average for most categories, is 12% above the national benchmark for violence and sexual offences, suggesting a need for focused interventions in high-risk areas. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime rates are significantly below UK averages, potentially reflecting the area's lower retail density and reduced commuter traffic compared to larger cities. The overall crime profile indicates a mixed picture: while violent crime remains a concern, property-related offences are lower than expected for a district of this size.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with robbery increasing by 20.0% (from 5 to 6 incidents) and shoplifting rising by 15.0% (from 40 to 46). These increases may be linked to the Black Friday shopping period, which typically sees higher retail activity and associated criminal opportunities. Conversely, theft from the person fell sharply by 66.7% (from 6 to 2), suggesting improved security measures or reduced opportunities in high-traffic areas. The area's violence and sexual offences rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents is 12% above the UK average, indicating a localised concentration of such crimes. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime are 42% and 55% below UK averages, respectively, potentially reflecting the area's lower retail density compared to major urban centres. These variations highlight the importance of targeted policing strategies in specific crime hotspots.

Amber Valley's crime rate in November 2024 dropped by 24.0% compared to the previous month, falling from 7.4 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as November's darker evenings and reduced foot traffic in retail areas may contribute to lower property crime rates. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 24 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 735 offences. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 177 residents, a ratio that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the area's population of 130,451, this suggests that most residents are not directly affected by crime on a daily basis. The drop in overall crime, combined with specific decreases in theft from the person and possession of weapons, indicates a possible reduction in targeted criminal activity during the month.