Makeney Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2023, Makeney’s crime rate of 1.8 per 1,000 residents stood 75% below the UK average of 7.2, reflecting a stark contrast to national trends. The area’s crime profile was dominated by property-related offences, which accounted for 66.7% of total incidents — a balance that diverges from the UK’s broader mix of violent and property crimes. Anti-social behaviour was the most common single category, contributing 33.3% of all crimes, followed by other theft (22.2%) and criminal damage and arson (11.1%). This emphasis on property and disorderly conduct, rather than violent crime, may be influenced by Makeney’s built-up character within Amber Valley, where community cohesion and limited commercial density could reduce opportunities for more severe offences. Seasonal factors also played a role: the month’s Christmas shopping peak and dark evenings likely contributed to shoplifting and vehicle crime, while the absence of violent crime may reflect the area’s lower population density and reduced nightlife activity. The UK comparison further underscores Makeney’s relative safety, with anti-social behaviour and other theft both falling significantly below national rates. This combination of low overall crime, a property-focused profile, and seasonal fluctuations illustrates an area where crime is rare and largely non-violent, shaped by both local conditions and the rhythms of the holiday season.

December 2023 marked a sharp shift in crime patterns, with other theft, shoplifting, and vehicle crime each doubling compared to November. This increase, while modest in absolute terms, may reflect the seasonal surge in retail activity and the associated risks of unattended vehicles during holiday shopping. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 75%, and anti-social behaviour dropped by 50%, suggesting that the holiday season’s social dynamics — such as reduced public gatherings or increased community vigilance — may have curbed these incidents. Anti-social behaviour remains the most common crime, but its rate is 35% below the UK average, indicating a local resilience to disorderly conduct. This balance between property crimes and non-violent offences highlights a unique profile for Makeney, where the absence of violent crime is notable even as property-related incidents fluctuate with seasonal rhythms.

December 2023 saw a 65.3% drop in Makeney’s crime rate compared to the previous month, falling from 5.1 to 1.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the seasonal shift into the Christmas period, when community activity may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 5,096, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 566 residents — a ratio that reflects the area’s relatively safe environment compared to national averages. While the UK average sees 7.2 crimes per 1,000 people, Makeney’s rate is 75% lower, a stark contrast that may be attributed to local factors such as a strong sense of community or limited commercial activity. This population-scaled perspective highlights the rarity of crime in Makeney, even when considering the month’s typical seasonal patterns.