Brimington Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Brimington's crime profile in February 2024 reveals a combination of local conditions and national trends. The area's overall crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents places it 4.2% below the UK average of 7.1, a position that suggests a relatively safer environment compared to the national picture. However, the breakdown of crime types paints a nuanced picture: violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (28 incidents) each accounted for 36.4% of all reported crimes, making them the most prevalent categories. This dual dominance of violent and anti-social crimes contrasts with the UK average, where anti-social behaviour is significantly lower. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may partly explain the prevalence of indoor-related incidents, though the area's built-up character within Chesterfield likely contributes to persistent anti-social behaviour. While property crimes (14 incidents) remained relatively low compared to violent crimes, the 48% increase in criminal damage and arson (from 8 to 9 incidents) highlights a growing concern in this category. The absence of major spikes in theft or burglary, despite the UK average for these categories, suggests that Brimington's urban-rural mix may influence crime patterns differently than more densely populated areas. These dynamics underscore the importance of contextual analysis when interpreting crime statistics, as local geography and community characteristics play a pivotal role in shaping criminal activity.

February 2024 saw a striking 133.3% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 12 to 28 incidents. This surge, which places the category 138% above the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000, contrasts sharply with a 66.7% decline in other theft, which fell from 6 to 2 incidents. The month also witnessed a 100% increase in shoplifting, with one reported incident compared to zero in January. Violent crimes remained stable at 28 incidents, aligning with the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. Meanwhile, property crimes decreased by 46.4%, from 14 to 7 incidents, though this figure is not explicitly compared to national averages. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour emerging as a particular area of concern. Residents may find the 3 crimes per day average useful for understanding local risk levels.

Brimington's crime rate in February 2024 stood at 6.8 per 1,000 residents, a marginal -1.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.9 per 1,000. This stability suggests no significant shift in overall criminal activity, though the month-on-month changes in specific categories reveal notable fluctuations. On a daily basis, Brimington recorded an average of 3 crimes per day in February, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 147 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area's experience within a relatable statistical frame. When compared to the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, Brimington's rate remains 4.2% below, a consistent position that reflects broader regional patterns. However, the breakdown of crime types shows divergences from national averages, particularly in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, which merit closer examination.