Makeney Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Makeney’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 2.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 56.2% below the UK average of 6.4. This stark contrast highlights the area’s overall safety, a position reinforced by the dominance of violence and sexual offences (50.0% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (21.4%) as the most frequently reported categories. The low crime rate aligns with Makeney’s character as a built-up area within Amber Valley, a rural district known for its lower population density and quieter lifestyle. Seasonal factors, such as the winter months’ reduced outdoor activity and the pre-spring lull, may contribute to the subdued crime environment. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences suggests that localised social dynamics or community interactions could be influencing this category. The low rates of property crimes (3 total) and the minimal occurrence of shoplifting (1 incident) further illustrate the area’s generally secure nature. While the UK average for anti-social behaviour is 0.9 per 1,000, Makeney’s rate of 0.6 per 1,000 indicates a lower prevalence, linked to the area’s smaller population and community cohesion. This data underscores the need to balance the area’s strengths in maintaining safety with targeted efforts to address any emerging trends, such as the unexpected rise in bicycle theft, which, though small in scale, deserves closer attention.

The most notable shift in February 2026 was the 12.5% decrease in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 8 to 7 incidents. This decline, though modest, contrasts with the 100% increases in bicycle theft, anti-social behaviour, and shoplifting. These latter three categories rose from zero to one incident each, suggesting potential localised spikes or reporting changes. Violence and sexual offences in Makeney remain 40% below the UK average (2.3 per 1,000), a consistent trend that reflects the area’s lower-than-average prevalence of such crimes. Bicycle theft, however, stands out as 400% above the UK average (0.0 per 1,000). This anomaly may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased cycling activity during winter months or specific local events that could contribute to such incidents.

Makeney's crime rate in February 2026 rose by 27.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 2.2 to 2.8 per 1,000 residents. Despite this increase, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with crime levels 56.2% below the national rate. On a daily basis, the 14 recorded crimes spread over 28 days equate to roughly 0 crimes per day, highlighting the low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 364 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. This statistic, when considered alongside Makeney’s population of 5,096, underscores the relatively low likelihood of encountering crime in daily life. The rise in crime rate appears modest when viewed through the lens of the area’s overall safety profile, which continues to position Makeney as one of the least crime-affected areas in the UK.