Makeney Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,096, Makeney recorded 19 crimes in May 2025, equating to a crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 54.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to the national context. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark dominance of violent and sexual offences, which accounted for 63.2% of all incidents, followed by other crime and anti-social behaviour. This pattern suggests that interpersonal conflicts or targeted offences may be more prevalent in Makeney than property-related crimes, which made up only 10.5% of the total. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as May's longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising align with the rise in violent crimes. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.8 per 1,000, meaning Makeney's rate of 2.4 per 1,000 is 15% lower, though the area's overall crime rate remains significantly below the national benchmark. The low prevalence of property crimes, such as criminal damage and arson, which were 67% below the UK average, may be linked to the area's character as a built-up part of Amber Valley, where community cohesion and local policing efforts could contribute to reduced opportunities for such offences. However, the sharp increase in 'other crime'—a category 150% above the UK average—raises questions about the nature of these incidents, which may require further analysis to determine if they stem from specific local issues or broader trends.

May 2025 saw a 71.4% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from seven to 12 cases. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in both other crime and anti-social behaviour, contrasts with a 50% decline in public order offences and other theft. The category of 'other crime' reported a 150% increase above the UK average, highlighting a notable deviation in this area. Conversely, violence and sexual offences in Makeney were 15% below the UK average, suggesting local factors may be influencing this category. Residents may find the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour particularly concerning, as it indicates a shift in the crime mix that could impact community safety. These changes, while not directly linked to seasonal factors, align with the longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising typical of May, which may contribute to the rise in certain offences.

Makeney's crime rate in May 2025 rose to 3.7 per 1,000 residents, a 26.9% increase from the previous month's 2.9. This translates to roughly one reported crime every 268 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, though this does not account for fluctuations in reporting or unreported incidents. When scaled to the population of 5,096, the 19 total crimes recorded in May represent a relatively low volume compared to the UK average, but the month-on-month increase suggests a need for continued monitoring. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while Makeney remains significantly safer than the UK average, the rise in specific crime types—particularly violence and sexual offences—may warrant closer attention from local authorities and community groups.