Amber Valley Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2025, Amber Valley's crime profile showed a clear dominance of violent over property crime, a pattern that may reflect the area's social dynamics and seasonal rhythms. The overall crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents placed the district 4.9% below the UK average, but the composition of crimes told a different story. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.6% of all recorded crimes, significantly higher than the UK average of 12% for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 21.3%, with public order offences making up 9.6%. This concentration of violent and disorderly crimes contrasts sharply with property crime rates, which were comparatively lower. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—may have influenced patterns, with increased social activity in public spaces contributing to higher rates of violence and anti-social behaviour. While shoplifting and other thefts remained below UK averages, the persistent gap in violent crime categories suggests systemic factors at play, such as local community tensions or the impact of transient populations during peak tourist periods. The data highlights a need for targeted interventions addressing root causes of violence, even as property crime remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks.

June 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with violent crime maintaining its dominance over property crime. Bicycle thefts surged by 100% compared to May, rising from zero to one incident—a stark anomaly that may reflect increased cycling during summer months or targeted thefts in specific areas. Robbery rates also doubled, with six incidents reported, while theft from the person rose by two-thirds to five cases. These increases, though small in absolute terms, signal potential vulnerabilities in public spaces during warmer weather. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 21.7% to 18 incidents, likely due to reduced demand for car-related crimes during the summer season. The violent crime category remained 12% above the UK average, with violence and sexual offences comprising over a third of all recorded crimes. This imbalance contrasts with property crime categories like shoplifting, which were 37% below the UK average, suggesting a mix of local factors influencing different offence types. Residents may find the 100% increase in bicycle thefts particularly concerning, as it indicates a sudden shift in criminal activity that warrants local awareness campaigns or enhanced security measures.

June's crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents represented a marginal 0.8% increase from May's 7.6, indicating a stable trend over the past month. On a daily basis, Amber Valley experienced approximately 34 crimes per day in June, a figure that provides context for local residents assessing risk levels. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 130 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, while modest, underscores the ongoing presence of criminal activity within the community. When compared to the UK average, Amber Valley's overall crime rate remained slightly below national levels, but this masking effect hides significant disparities in specific categories. For instance, the 12% above-average rate for violence and sexual offences highlights a local challenge not reflected in the overall statistics. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the district is generally safer than the UK average, targeted issues in violent crime require focused attention. This contrast between aggregate safety and specific vulnerabilities illustrates the importance of granular analysis for effective policing and community engagement strategies.