Amber Valley Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Amber Valley’s overall crime rate in February 2026 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 10.9% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This performance contrasts with the national picture, where Amber Valley’s lower rate suggests a more stable environment relative to other areas. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, comprising 48.6% of all reported incidents (359 cases), a figure 21% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage followed, but both were below the UK average, with anti-social behaviour recording a 34% deficit compared to national rates. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may partly explain the subdued levels of property crimes, which accounted for just 24.4% of all offences. While the area’s lower crime rate is encouraging, the elevated rates of violence and drugs-related crimes highlight areas requiring targeted attention. The pre-spring lull in activity, combined with Amber Valley’s character as a mixed urban-rural district, likely influences these patterns, with seasonal factors potentially dampening opportunities for certain crimes while amplifying others. This balance between local dynamics and national trends offers a nuanced view of the area’s safety profile.

February 2026 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Bicycle theft surged by 100%, rising from zero to three incidents—a stark anomaly that may reflect changes in local transportation patterns or increased visibility of cycling during winter months. Possession of weapons also rose sharply, with a 57.1% increase to 11 cases, suggesting potential shifts in local criminal activity or enforcement priorities. Conversely, shoplifting fell by nearly 50% (73 to 37), possibly linked to reduced foot traffic during the winter lull and retail closures. The violent crime category remained high, with violence and sexual offences 21% above the UK average, a trend consistent with Amber Valley’s historical focus on addressing domestic and community-based violence. Meanwhile, property crimes like burglary and vehicle crime were significantly below the UK average—by 20% and 71%, respectively—highlighting the area’s comparatively safer environment for residential and vehicular security. These variations underscore the combination of local initiatives and broader national trends, with Amber Valley’s performance in certain categories offering a model for other areas to consider.

Amber Valley’s crime rate in February 2026 dropped to 5.7 per 1,000, a 7.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the typical pre-spring lull in activity, though it also reflects sustained efforts to reduce crime in the area. On a daily basis, the district recorded approximately 26 crimes per day in February, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 739 offences. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 177 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many urban centres but comparable to other mixed-rural areas. With a population of 130,451, Amber Valley’s crime statistics must be viewed through the lens of its diverse geography, where urban hubs and rural outskirts coexist. The 1-in-177 resident figure suggests that while crime is not absent, its distribution remains uneven, with certain areas—particularly those with higher concentrations of retail or social services—bearing a disproportionate share of incidents. This perspective helps residents understand their personal risk while also highlighting the need for continued investment in community-based crime prevention strategies.