Chesterfield Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Chesterfield's January 2024 crime statistics reveal a rate of 9.8 crimes per 1,000 residents, placing the area 32.4% above the UK average of 7.4. This figure corresponds to 1,035 total crimes reported in a population of 106,045, equating to roughly one crime for every 102 residents over the course of the month. The data highlights a stark dominance of violent crime, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 41.6% of all incidents—58% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (15.0%) and shoplifting (8.7%) follow as the next most prevalent categories, both exceeding national rates by over 50%. These patterns align with seasonal factors typical of January, a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to a shift in crime dynamics. The area's crime profile suggests a concentration of incidents in urban centres, where anti-social behaviour and violent offences are more likely to occur due to higher population density. The absence of significant outdoor crime—consistent with the month's shorter days—further reinforces the influence of seasonal context on crime distribution. Property-related crimes like vehicle crime (3.2 per 1,000) fall below UK averages, possibly reflecting lower retail activity and fewer parking spaces in residential areas. However, the marked rise in drugs-related offences and possession of weapons points to potential localised pressures that warrant closer examination.

The month-on-month data reveals stark shifts in crime patterns, with drugs-related offences surging by 136.4% (from 11 to 26 incidents). This spike, though unexplained by available data, contrasts sharply with a 54.5% drop in theft from the person (from 11 to 5 cases). The breakdown of crime types shows a pronounced imbalance, with violence and sexual offences at 4.1 per 1,000—58% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour and shoplifting also exceeded national rates by 52% and 58%, respectively, while vehicle crime was 40% below the UK average. These variations suggest a combination of local factors and broader trends. For residents, the 44.9% increase in 'other theft' (from 49 to 71 cases) highlights a growing concern in property-related crimes. The 50% rise in possession of weapons (from 12 to 18 incidents) could signal emerging patterns warranting further attention.

Chesterfield's January 2024 crime rate of 9.8 per 1,000 residents marks a 7.3% increase from December's 9.1 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. This rise translates to roughly 33 crimes reported daily, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in the area. When considering the monthly exposure, the data reveals that over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for approximately every 102 residents—a rate that highlights the frequency of incidents relative to the local population. This statistic, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, provides residents with a tangible sense of the monthly risk profile. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that Chesterfield's crime burden is higher than the UK average, with violent crime alone being 58% above the national benchmark. This context is critical for understanding the local implications of the 1,035 total crimes recorded, particularly in relation to the area's demographic and geographic characteristics.