Somercotes and Swanwick Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 16,028 residents, the 123 crimes recorded in Somercotes and Swanwick during September 2025 equate to a crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 people, placing the area 4.1% above the UK average of 7.4. This figure, while slightly elevated, is consistent with the built-up nature of the area within Amber Valley, where a mix of residential and commercial activity may contribute to a higher baseline of incidents. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (39% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (15.5%) and criminal damage and arson (14.6%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of September, a time of transition marked by the return of students to local universities and the gradual shift towards colder evenings, which may influence both the frequency and nature of incidents. The prominence of violence and sexual offences, which are 16% above the UK average, may reflect the social dynamics of an area with a significant student population, though other factors such as local policing strategies or community engagement initiatives could also play a role. Anti-social behaviour, while relatively common, remains within a narrow margin above the national average, suggesting that the area’s social fabric is largely stable but not immune to sporadic disruptions. Meanwhile, the high rate of criminal damage and arson—108% above the UK average—raises questions about the vulnerability of local properties or the effectiveness of preventive measures in the area. This data invites a nuanced examination of how local characteristics interact with broader national trends, offering insights that go beyond mere numerical comparisons to consider the lived experiences of residents.

September saw a 125% increase in shoplifting, rising from 4 to 9 incidents, a spike that may partly reflect the influx of students and visitors during freshers’ week. Theft from the person and robbery both doubled from zero to one incident, a change that could indicate heightened vulnerability in crowded public spaces during the transition to evening hours. Conversely, categories such as other crime and drugs fell sharply, with other crime dropping by 66.7% and drugs by 60%, linked to seasonal shifts in activity or targeted interventions. The area’s rate of criminal damage and arson was 108% above the UK average, a stark deviation that may be connected to local property characteristics or enforcement challenges. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in the area, where specific events or demographics can drive sharp changes in reported incidents.

In September 2025, the crime rate in Somercotes and Swanwick fell by 4.7% compared to August’s 8.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a slight but notable decline. This reduction aligns with a broader seasonal trend as the area transitions from summer’s peak activity to the quieter rhythm of autumn. On a daily basis, the community experienced approximately 4 reported crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with historical averages, underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in local spaces. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 130 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population of 16,028. This ratio is particularly useful for residents seeking to understand the frequency of crime in their daily lives, though it does not account for variations in personal risk factors such as location or time of day. The population context further highlights that 123 crimes in a built-up area of this size represent a proportionate but not negligible burden on local policing and community safety initiatives.