Makeney Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Makeney’s crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents places it 62.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently low level of criminal activity. This figure translates to a per-capita risk that is exceptionally low for a built-up area, with only 15 crimes reported across a population of 5,096. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 46.7% of all incidents, followed by burglary (13.3%) and other theft (13.3%). While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and the onset of spring—may have influenced patterns of outdoor activity, potentially contributing to the rise in violence-related incidents. The area’s character, likely shaped by its rural or semi-rural setting within Amber Valley, may also play a role in the lower crime rates, as such environments often see fewer opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the 40% increase in violence and sexual offences compared to March suggests a need for continued monitoring, even as the overall picture remains one of safety. The low rates of burglary and anti-social behaviour further underscore the area’s relative tranquility, though the slight rise in burglary to 0.4 per 1,000—a figure 48% above the UK average—hints at localized vulnerabilities. These patterns may be influenced by factors such as the area’s proximity to urban centers or seasonal fluctuations in property-related crime.

April 2025 saw a 40% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from five to seven incidents. This category remains 46% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, but the jump highlights a shift in crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences both doubled from previous months, though they still sit 85% and 26% below UK averages, respectively. Other thefts fell by 50%, declining from four to two incidents—a drop that may reflect improved security measures or seasonal factors. Burglary, however, rose slightly above the UK average, with a rate of 0.4 per 1,000 compared to the national 0.3. This contrast between property and violent crime trends suggests a combination of local conditions. For residents, the 40% increase in violence-related crimes is a key data point to monitor, even as the overall rate remains far below national levels.

Makeney’s crime rate in April 2025 rose by 15.3% compared to the previous month, climbing from 2.6 to 2.9 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, it remains far below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, placing the area 62.3% below the national benchmark. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 0 crimes per day in April, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in a built-up area with a population of 5,096. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 340 residents, a figure that translates to a very low monthly exposure rate. This suggests that, despite the upward trend, the risk of encountering crime remains minimal for residents. The population context further reinforces this: with 5,096 people, the 15 reported crimes equate to a very low per capita impact. While the increase in certain categories like violence and anti-social behaviour is concerning, the overall picture remains one of safety compared to the UK average.