Amber Valley Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Amber Valley’s crime picture in May 2025, accounting for 42.1% of all reported incidents. This category, with a rate of 3.2 per 1,000, exceeded the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 by 13%, underscoring a stark local trend. The overall crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000—6.2% below the UK average of 8.1—suggests Amber Valley remains relatively safer than the national benchmark, though the sharp rise in violent crime signals a pressing concern. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 20.6% of total crimes, while public order offences added another 8.1%. These figures align with seasonal factors: May’s longer evenings and increased outdoor activity may have created conditions conducive to alcohol-fuelled disputes and public disorder. The data also reveals a marked contrast between violent and property crimes, with the latter seeing notable declines. Burglary, for instance, fell by 50% compared to April, influenced by heightened police visibility or seasonal changes in household routines. Shoplifting and other thefts remained below UK averages, with shoplifting at 0.5 per 1,000 (25% below the UK’s 0.7). However, the surge in ‘other crime’—a broad category encompassing diverse incidents—suggests a need for further scrutiny into emerging patterns. The interplay of these factors highlights the complex relationship between local demographics, geography, and crime trends, with Amber Valley’s mix of residential and commercial areas likely shaping the profile of reported offences. As the year progresses, monitoring these trends will be critical for understanding how community initiatives and environmental factors influence the area’s crime profile.

May 2025 saw a sharp rise in violence and sexual offences, with 419 incidents reported—a 27% increase from April. This category now accounts for 42.1% of all crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 (13% above). Concurrently, anti-social behaviour also rose, contributing to a 20.6% share of total crimes. In contrast, burglary dropped by 50%, from 32 incidents in April to 16 in May, marking one of the most notable declines. The drop in vehicle crime, which fell by 50% to 23 incidents, may reflect improved security measures or seasonal changes in car usage. Other crime, meanwhile, surged by 90.9% as the category grew from 11 to 21 incidents, indicating a potential shift in criminal focus. For residents, the 50% decrease in burglary offers a tangible example of how targeted interventions or environmental factors might influence crime trends. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour emerging as key concerns for the community.

Amber Valley’s crime rate in May 2025 rose by 9.1% compared to April, reflecting a shift in the local crime profile. The previous month’s rate stood at 7.0 per 1,000, while the current rate of 7.6 per 1,000 indicates a modest but measurable increase. On a daily basis, 32 crimes were reported in May, highlighting the frequency of incidents over the 31-day period. When scaled to the population, this equates to one reported crime for every 131 residents over the course of the month—a figure that provides context for residents assessing personal risk. The rise in violent crime, particularly in the violence and sexual offences category, contrasts with declines in property-related crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime, which fell by 50% and 50% respectively. This divergence suggests shifting patterns in criminal activity, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as extended evenings and increased socialising in public spaces. The local population of 130,451 means that crime rates are distributed across a broad base, but the 6.2% gap between Amber Valley’s rate and the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000 underscores the area’s relatively lower exposure to crime compared to the national picture.