Brimington Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 11,324 residents, Brimington reported 72 crimes in June 2023, translating to a crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 people. This places the area 24.7% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, a notable contrast to national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 50% of all incidents—36 cases in total. Anti-social behaviour followed at 19.4%, with 14 reports, while public order offences made up 8.3% (6 cases). These figures align with the seasonal rhythm of June, the start of summer, when increased foot traffic and extended daylight hours may partly explain the higher proportion of violent crimes compared to property-related incidents. The area’s built-up character within Chesterfield likely contributes to the prevalence of anti-social behaviour, as urban environments often see higher rates of such disturbances. Meanwhile, property crimes—such as vehicle theft, burglary, and shoplifting—remained relatively low, with 13 incidents overall. This suggests a crime profile skewed toward interpersonal conflicts and public disorder rather than economic crimes. The data also highlights a potential seasonal influence on specific categories: for instance, shoplifting increased sharply in June, possibly linked to summer shopping patterns or the opening of local retail outlets. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, indicating a safer environment for residents compared to the national context.

June 2023 saw significant shifts in Brimington’s crime mix, with shoplifting and 'other crime' categories experiencing steep increases. Shoplifting rose by 200% (from 1 to 3 cases), while 'other crime'—a category encompassing unclassified incidents—jumped by 100% (from 0 to 3). These spikes contrast with declines in public order offences (down 14.3%, from 7 to 6) and anti-social behaviour (down 6.7%, from 15 to 14). The rise in shoplifting may be tied to the start of summer, when retail activity intensifies, though the small absolute numbers suggest this remains a minor concern. Meanwhile, the 10% above-UK-average rate for violence and sexual offences (3.2 per 1,000) contrasts with categories like anti-social behaviour (19% below UK average) and public order offences (25% below UK average), which saw marked reductions. The 'other crime' category, though small in scale, rose to 0.3 per 1,000—100% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This anomaly could reflect underreporting or classification challenges, though further data would be needed to confirm. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the sharp rise in shoplifting, which may warrant heightened vigilance at local stores during peak summer months.

Brimington’s crime rate in June 2023 (6.4 per 1,000) fell slightly from 6.5 per 1,000 in May, marking a 2.6% monthly decline. This small but consistent reduction suggests a gradual trend toward lower crime levels, though seasonal factors may influence such fluctuations. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day in June—a figure that, while modest, underscores the need for ongoing community engagement to maintain this trajectory. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 157 residents, a ratio that places Brimington among the safer built-up areas in the UK. When scaled to the local population, this means that the likelihood of any individual encountering crime is relatively low compared to the national average. The area’s population of 11,324 further contextualises these figures: for instance, the 36 cases of violence and sexual offences represent 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a rate that, while higher than the UK average for this category (2.9 per 1,000), remains proportionally lower when considering Brimington’s overall crime profile. This balance between specific category rates and the broader trend of lower-than-average overall crime highlights the complexity of local crime dynamics. Residents may find the 1-in-157 monthly exposure statistic particularly useful for understanding the practical implications of these numbers in their daily lives.