Amber Valley Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Amber Valley's crime rate in February 2025 stood at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 16.4% below the UK average of 6.7. This performance highlights the area's relative safety compared to the national picture, though seasonal factors may influence the trend. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 39.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.6%) and public order offences (8.7%). These figures contrast with the UK averages for violence (2.4 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (1.0 per 1,000), where Amber Valley's rates are 6% and 18% lower respectively. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to the lower overall crime rate, though the persistence of violent crime suggests underlying social dynamics require attention. Public order offences in Amber Valley exceeded the UK average by 14%, a discrepancy that could reflect local characteristics such as community events or policing priorities. The area's crime profile illustrates a balance between proactive community engagement and challenges in addressing specific offence types, warranting further analysis of local interventions and their impact on crime trends.

February 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in Amber Valley's crime patterns. Other crime increased by 126.7% (15 to 34 cases), a sharp rise that may indicate emerging issues or shifts in reporting practices. Theft from the person surged by 100% (0 to 3 cases), while vehicle crime rose by 51.9% (27 to 41 cases), suggesting potential vulnerabilities in transport infrastructure or parking security. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 28.3% (60 to 43 cases), possibly reflecting seasonal factors or effective community initiatives. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 20.7% (135 to 107 cases), a decline that could be linked to targeted policing efforts or community engagement programmes. Amber Valley's performance against UK averages reveals mixed outcomes: public order offences (14% above UK) and other crime (87% above UK) stand out as areas needing closer scrutiny, while violent crime (6% below UK) and anti-social behaviour (18% below UK) show positive deviations. These variations underscore the complexity of local crime dynamics, with some categories aligning with national trends and others diverging significantly. For residents, the rise in vehicle crime highlights the importance of securing vehicles in high-risk areas, a practical insight for local safety planning.

Amber Valley's crime rate in February 2025 (5.6 per 1,000) marked a 9.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.2, reflecting a downward trend in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 26 reported crimes per day—a figure that, while locally relevant, does not align with UK-wide daily comparisons as no such data exists. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 178 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of criminal activity within the local population. This statistic, when viewed alongside Amber Valley's population of 130,451, provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, though it should be balanced against the area's overall safety profile. The comparison to the previous month's rate highlights the potential impact of seasonal transitions, with February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull likely contributing to the decline. However, the rise in specific categories like 'other crime' and 'theft from the person' suggests that certain vulnerabilities persist, requiring targeted interventions. For residents, the 1-in-178 monthly exposure rate offers a benchmark for understanding crime frequency, though it is essential to consider the broader context of Amber Valley's lower-than-average crime rates when assessing personal risk.