Brimington Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Brimington's overall crime rate in September 2023 stood at 7.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 2.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This slight edge over the national benchmark contrasts with specific categories where the area diverges sharply. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.3% of all crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average for this category by 24%. This imbalance suggests a concentrated challenge in managing interpersonal crime, possibly linked to Brimington's position as a built-up area within Chesterfield, where social interactions in public spaces may amplify such incidents. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average (18% below), remains a notable concern, contributing 13.6% of total crimes. Seasonal factors in September—back-to-school routines and university freshers' arrivals—likely contribute to fluctuations in crime patterns, with increased foot traffic in local amenities influencing both violent and anti-social incidents. The data illustrates a combination of resident demographics, local infrastructure, and seasonal rhythms, requiring targeted strategies to address the disproportionate prevalence of violent crime while maintaining vigilance in other areas.

September 2023 saw stark month-on-month changes in Brimington's crime profile. Drug-related offences doubled, jumping from 1 to 2 incidents—a 100% increase—while burglary also rose by 100% (1 to 2 cases). Perhaps most concerning was the tripling of possession of weapons reports, which surged from 0 to 3, placing this category 329% above the UK average. These spikes may reflect heightened activity during the transition from summer to autumn. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 7.7% (13 to 12 cases), a modest but notable decline that could signal improved community engagement or temporary reductions in public disturbances. The crime mix also shifted notably: violent crimes (39 cases) outnumbered property crimes (23 cases), a reversal of the 2023 summer trend. This violent-crime dominance is consistent with the UK average's broader trend, but Brimington's specific 24% excess in violence and sexual offences underscores a localised challenge. For residents, the 100% increase in drug-related offences highlights a need for awareness around illicit activity in local areas, particularly as university term begins.

Brimington's September 2023 crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents represents a 20.5% increase from the previous month's rate of 6.5 per 1,000. Translating this into daily terms, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day in September—a figure that, while seemingly low, reflects the concentrated nature of reported incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 129 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against Brimington's population of 11,324, illustrates the frequency of crime within a small, densely populated built-up area. This 1-in-129 ratio is particularly striking when compared to the UK average, as Brimington's overall rate remains just 2.5% below the national benchmark despite its specific category imbalances. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the area is slightly safer than the UK average overall, targeted interventions may be necessary to address the disproportionate prevalence of violent crime. For instance, the 24% excess in violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average suggests that even small population adjustments could significantly impact local crime trends, requiring a nuanced approach to community safety.