Amber Valley Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Amber Valley's crime rate in February 2025 was 5.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 16.4% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This performance highlights the area's relative safety compared to the national picture, particularly in violent crime categories. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.2% of all recorded crimes, with a rate of 2.2 per 1,000—6% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed at 14.6%, with a rate of 0.8 per 1,000, 18% below the UK figure. These trends may be influenced by Amber Valley's character as a largely rural district with smaller communities, where social cohesion and localized policing efforts likely contribute to lower rates of disorderly conduct. The seasonal context of February—marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may further explain the reduced prevalence of property crimes, which accounted for only 27.7% of total incidents. Instead, the area saw a notable focus on violent and public order offences, linked to indoor social interactions during colder months. While the overall crime rate remains stable, the breakdown reveals a combination of factors, including the area's geographic and demographic profile, which may temper the impact of seasonal fluctuations on crime patterns.

February 2025 saw a stark surge in 'other crime' at 126.7%, with incidents rising from 15 to 34. This category, which includes unclassified offences, may reflect underreported or newly emerging types of criminal activity. Concurrently, theft from the person doubled, with three incidents reported—though this remains a small proportion of total crimes. Vehicle crime also rose sharply by 51.9%, likely influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced visibility and colder weather affecting vehicle security. In contrast, criminal damage and arson fell by 28.3%, possibly due to shorter daylight hours deterring outdoor vandalism. Public order offences, however, remained 14% above the UK average, suggesting localized tensions or events that may require targeted community engagement. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with some categories responding to seasonal trends while others defy expectations.

Amber Valley's crime rate in February 2025 stood at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 9.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as winter months typically see reduced outdoor activity and lower foot traffic in public spaces. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 26 crimes per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents for local residents. When considering the population context, the monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for every 178 residents highlights the relatively low level of risk compared to the UK average. This statistic is particularly meaningful for families and individuals assessing safety in the area, offering reassurance that crime remains a rare occurrence in Amber Valley. The decrease in anti-social behaviour (20.7%) and criminal damage and arson (28.3%) further reinforces the idea that community-focused initiatives or seasonal factors may be contributing to this downward trend.