Somercotes and Swanwick Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

October 2025 presented an unexpected twist in the crime profile of Somercotes and Swanwick, where violence and sexual offences rose by 12.5% despite an overall crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents — 10.4% below the UK average. This built-up area, nestled within Amber Valley, typically experiences lower crime rates compared to national trends, but the surge in violent crime this month defied expectations. The category accounted for 48.7% of all reported incidents, far outpacing the 28% UK average for the same type. This anomaly may be partly explained by the seasonal context of October, when clocks go back, extending the period of darkness and potentially increasing opportunities for violent crime. The area’s relatively low crime rate overall, however, suggests that local factors such as community cohesion, policing strategies, or the character of the built-up area itself may be contributing to a safer environment. Public order offences also rose significantly, reaching 14 incidents — 70% above the UK average — a figure that may reflect increased foot traffic in local amenities or the impact of Halloween events. In contrast, anti-social behaviour fell sharply by 47.4%, a decline that could indicate the effectiveness of local initiatives targeting nuisance crimes. The overall balance of crime in the area remains skewed toward violent and public order offences, with property crimes comprising only 27% of the total. This mix contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes tend to dominate. The seasonal shift into autumn, with its shorter days and cooler temperatures, may have influenced the patterns observed. As the area moves into winter, continued monitoring of these trends will be essential to understanding the underlying drivers of crime in Somercotes and Swanwick.

Violence and sexual offences saw the most significant month-on-month increase, rising by 12.5% to 54 incidents — a figure that is 28% above the UK average for this category. This surge, despite an overall drop in crime, suggests a potential shift in local dynamics, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween events. Public order offences also increased by 7.7%, reaching 14 incidents, which is 70% above the UK average. This category’s elevation may reflect heightened community activity or challenges in managing public spaces during the month. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 47.4%, dropping from 19 to 10 incidents — a decline that could indicate effective local policing or community initiatives. Other theft, meanwhile, saw a 100% increase, with incidents rising from three to six. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may signal changing patterns in property crime that warrant closer attention from residents and local authorities.

The crime rate in October 2025 fell by 9.6% compared to the previous month, reflecting a continued downward trend. With 111 crimes reported over 31 days, the area experienced an average of four crimes per day — a figure that, while modest, remains a consistent metric for local awareness. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 144 residents, highlighting the relative safety of the built-up area within Amber Valley. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average when scaled to population size. The population of 16,028 residents means that local efforts in community engagement and policing may be contributing to sustained reductions, though seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and the transition into winter could also play a role. The decline in anti-social behaviour and drug-related offences from the previous month suggests that targeted interventions may be having an impact, even as violence and public order crimes remain elevated relative to national benchmarks.