Makeney Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

March 2025 saw Makeney maintain a crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 66.7% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This continued trend of low crime reflects the area’s character as a relatively rural built-up area within Amber Valley, where community cohesion and lower population density likely contribute to reduced incidents. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (38.5% of total), followed by other theft (30.8%) and burglary (15.4%). Violence and sexual offences in Makeney (1.0 per 1,000) were 63% below the UK average, consistent with patterns observed in smaller towns where public spaces are often more closely monitored. Seasonal factors in March—lengthening evenings and the transition to spring—may have influenced activity levels, though no direct correlation to crime trends is evident. The low overall rate underscores the area’s safety profile, though specific categories like other theft require closer attention. The balance between property and violent crime remains skewed toward property offences, which accounted for 53.8% of all reported crimes. This mix may reflect local dynamics such as limited retail presence or transient populations, though further analysis would be needed to confirm. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly given the sharp rise in certain categories observed this month.

March 2025 marked a significant increase in other theft, which rose by 300% compared to February, with four incidents reported. This surge, from one to four cases, suggests a sudden shift in criminal activity that residents should be aware of. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson saw a 100% increase, moving from zero to one incident—a stark anomaly that may indicate targeted acts or seasonal factors. These spikes contrast with declines in burglary (down 33.3%) and violence and sexual offences (down 16.7%), which fell to five cases, the lowest since at least February. The category of other theft in Makeney (0.8 per 1,000) now exceeds the UK average by 60%, highlighting a localised risk that diverges from national trends. This divergence could be linked to specific vulnerabilities, such as unsecured properties or unmonitored areas. For residents, the sharp rise in other theft is a concrete data point to consider, particularly in relation to securing personal belongings and reporting suspicious activity promptly. The contrast between rising property crime and falling violent crime may also reflect broader patterns, such as increased focus on economic crimes during transitional seasons. These findings underscore the need for targeted awareness, even in an area generally considered safe.

Makeney’s crime rate in March 2025 (2.6 per 1,000) represented a 7.3% decrease from February’s rate of 2.8 per 1,000, illustrating a slight but measurable downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, highlights the sporadic nature of incidents. When scaled to the local population of 5,096 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 392 residents—a statistic that, while seemingly low, should be contextualised within the area’s small size and limited population density. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which is not provided for comparative purposes here. The population-scaled perspective reinforces Makeney’s status as a relatively secure area, though the sharp rise in other theft and criminal damage and arson this month suggests that localised risks remain. These fluctuations, while minor in absolute terms, can have significant implications for residents, particularly in areas where crime is less frequent but more impactful when it occurs. The comparison with the previous month also underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring, as even small changes in crime patterns can signal emerging issues that require community attention.