Brimington Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In Brimington, the built-up area within Chesterfield, the crime profile in January 2026 reveals a marked imbalance between violent and property crimes. With a total crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents—27.9% below the UK average of 6.8—local patterns diverge from national trends. Violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences (30 incidents, 54.6% of all crimes), dominate the monthly tally, far exceeding property crimes (15 incidents). This shift contrasts with typical UK profiles, where property crime often leads. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with reduced retail activity and shorter days—likely contributes to lower outdoor crime rates, though violent incidents remain concentrated in community spaces. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.5 per 1,000, yet Brimington’s rate of 2.7 per 1,000 suggests local factors, such as social dynamics or policing strategies, may influence this category. Meanwhile, property crime remains relatively low, with burglary and vehicle crime both at or below UK averages. This balance raises questions about the area’s character: a semi-rural commuter hub with limited nightlife, where community interactions may drive violent incidents while economic stability reduces property crime. The data, however, does not confirm causal links, only patterns that warrant further exploration.

January 2026 saw dramatic shifts in Brimington’s crime mix, with violent crimes declining by 46.4% compared to December’s 56 incidents. This drop, though significant, contrasts with sharp increases in criminal damage and arson (+700%, from 1 to 8 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (+75%, from 4 to 7). The latter’s rise may reflect seasonal factors, such as colder weather driving indoor disputes or increased community gatherings. Meanwhile, property crimes remained relatively stable, with other theft plummeting by 80% (from 5 to 1) and public order offences falling by 62.5% (from 8 to 3). These decreases align with January’s reduced retail footfall and fewer evening activities, typical of post-holiday periods. Brimington’s violence and sexual offences rate (2.7 per 1,000) is 8% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.6 per 1,000) is 35% below. Such disparities highlight the area’s unique profile: a commuter-oriented built-up area where violent crime may be linked to local demographics, but anti-social behaviour is mitigated by community cohesion or effective policing. Residents might find the 700% spike in criminal damage and arson particularly concerning, suggesting targeted interventions could address this surge.

Brimington’s crime rate in January 2026 (4.9 per 1,000) marks a 31.2% decline from December’s 7.1 per 1,000, reflecting a significant downward trend. This reduction is even more pronounced when considering the daily crime context: 55 total crimes over 31 days equate to roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that would be uncommon in many comparable UK areas. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 206 residents, underscoring the relatively low exposure to crime in Brimington compared to the UK average. When scaled to the area’s population of 11,324, this translates to a manageable risk profile for most residents. The contrast with the previous month is stark: the 31.2% drop in crime rate likely reflects seasonal factors, such as the end of the festive period and reduced social gatherings, which typically correlate with lower crime rates in similar built-up areas. However, the persistent gap between Brimington’s violent crime rate and property crime rate—despite the overall decline—suggests that local conditions, such as community demographics or policing priorities, continue to shape the area’s crime profile. This comparison highlights Brimington’s position as a relatively safe built-up area within Chesterfield, where targeted efforts may have mitigated broader UK trends in recent months.