Amber Valley's crime rate for September 2025 was 6.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 13.5% below the UK average of 7.4. This overall figure masks significant variations in specific crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 41.6% of all incidents — the highest proportion of any category. These violent crimes, at 2.7 per 1,000, are 5% above the UK average, a disparity that may be consistent with the area's mix of urban and rural characteristics, where higher population density in certain zones could contribute to increased interpersonal conflicts. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category (13.6% of total crimes), is 23% below the UK average, a trend likely explained by Amber Valley's relatively stable community structures compared to larger cities. Public order offences, however, are 30% above the UK average, a figure that may partly reflect the seasonal context of September, when back-to-school activities and university freshers' week could amplify incidents of disorder. The breakdown shows a combination of local demographics and external factors, with violent crimes dominating the profile despite the overall rate remaining below the national benchmark.