Makeney Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Makeney’s December 2024 crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents stands at 66.2% below the UK average, underscoring a consistently low level of criminal activity in this built-up area within Amber Valley. The crime profile reveals a balance between property and violent offences, with 5 violent crimes and 4 property crimes reported over the month. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of incidents (41.7%), though they remain 61% below the UK average. This contrast with burglary, which was 29% above the national figure, highlights a localised vulnerability in property crime despite the overall safety of the area. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, extended evening darkness, and the temporary absence of residents during holiday travel—may have influenced these patterns. The relatively low incidence of violent crime could be attributed to Makeney’s smaller, more closely-knit community structure, where social cohesion and familiarity may act as deterrents. However, the rise in burglary and anti-social behaviour suggests that opportunities for property-related offences, such as unoccupied homes or increased foot traffic during festive events, may have contributed to these increases. This dynamic interplay between local characteristics and seasonal factors illustrates how even minor environmental shifts can impact crime trends, even in areas with historically low rates. The data also shows that other theft and public order offences remained significantly below the UK average, reinforcing the notion that Makeney’s built-up area maintains a unique crime profile shaped by its demographic and geographic context.

December 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary, anti-social behaviour, and other theft each rising by 100% compared to November. This increase in property-related offences—despite an overall decline in the crime rate—suggests a potential seasonal influence, as dark evenings and holiday-related absences may have created opportunities for burglars. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 28.6%, possibly reflecting reduced public gatherings or increased community vigilance during the festive period. The category of burglary, which rose to 2 incidents (0.4 per 1,000), was 29% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, highlighting a localised anomaly that warrants attention. This contrast between property and violent crime trends illustrates a combination of seasonal dynamics and local conditions, where the built-up nature of Makeney may offer some protection against violent incidents while leaving property vulnerable to opportunistic acts. A resident would find the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it may signal emerging challenges in community management or enforcement during the holiday season.

Makeney's December 2024 crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 14.5% decline from the previous month’s rate of 2.8 per 1,000, reflecting a continued trend of lower reported incidents. Over the course of December, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 425 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in a way that directly relates to the local population. This monthly aggregate underscores the rarity of crime in Makeney, even during a period typically associated with increased activity due to festive events. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day, a statistic that highlights the low frequency of incidents despite the month’s seasonal context. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the likelihood of encountering crime in Makeney remains significantly lower than the UK average, with the area’s rate being 66.2% below the national figure. This comparative safety, even in the face of seasonal fluctuations, suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing strategies, or the built environment—may contribute to maintaining low crime levels. The absence of a daily comparison to UK figures does not diminish the significance of this local benchmark, which provides residents with a clear understanding of their personal risk profile.