Makeney Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Makeney, 3.5 crimes were reported in April 2023 — a figure 53.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of approximately one crime for every 283 residents over the course of the month, a statistic that underscores the area's relative safety compared to national benchmarks. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (38.9%) and criminal damage (11.1%). These figures suggest a pattern where interpersonal disputes and minor disturbances dominate the local crime picture, potentially reflecting the social dynamics of a small built-up area within Amber Valley. The seasonal context of April — marked by Easter celebrations and the transition to spring — may have influenced patterns of outdoor activity and social interaction. Violence and sexual offences in Makeney were 34% below the UK average for this category, while anti-social behaviour was 19% above, highlighting a divergence in local trends compared to national averages. This contrast may be attributed to the area's character as a semi-rural community where social cohesion is strong, yet limited resources for addressing low-level disputes could contribute to the persistence of anti-social behaviour. The overall crime rate remains exceptionally low, consistent with the profile of a small, stable population where community policing and local initiatives may play a role in maintaining public safety.

April 2023 saw a 75% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to March, rising from four to seven incidents. This category, which includes disturbances and public disorder, was 19% above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000, suggesting a local challenge in managing community tensions. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 27.3% month-on-month, declining from 11 to 8 incidents — a rate 34% below the UK average for this category. The sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, which doubled from zero to two incidents, may reflect seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity during Easter. These shifts highlight a crime mix that leans heavily towards interpersonal issues rather than property crimes, with property offences accounting for just 11.1% of all reported incidents. For residents, the most immediately relevant finding is the significant jump in anti-social behaviour, which could indicate a need for targeted community engagement or increased police presence during periods of heightened social activity. The data also reveals that public order offences — such as noise complaints and alcohol-related incidents — were 69% below the UK average, reflecting the area's quieter, more residential nature compared to urban centres.

Makeney's crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents in April 2023 remained unchanged from March, maintaining a stable position relative to the UK average. This consistency is notable given the seasonal fluctuations typically observed in crime statistics, particularly in areas with significant tourist activity or seasonal events. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day, a figure that contextualises the low level of risk for individual residents. Over the course of the month, this translated to one reported crime for every 283 residents, a statistic that illustrates the rarity of criminal incidents in a community of 5,096 people. When compared to the UK average, Makeney's overall crime rate is 53.3% lower, a disparity that highlights the area's effectiveness in crime prevention despite its small population. The population-scaled perspective further reinforces this: even if all 5,096 residents were to experience crime at the UK average rate, Makeney would have seen 38 crimes in April, not the 18 actually reported. This contrast may be attributed to factors such as strong community ties, limited urban density, and the absence of high-risk environments like major transport hubs or commercial centres. The stability in the crime rate between March and April also suggests that local initiatives or policing strategies have successfully mitigated any seasonal spikes that might otherwise occur in a built-up area during the Easter period.