Chesterfield Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Chesterfield's September 2024 crime rate of 9.7 per 1,000 residents places it 26.0% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, highlighting a significant deviation from national trends. Violence and sexual offences, which account for 40.0% of all crimes recorded in the month, are particularly striking, with a rate of 3.9 per 1,000—49% above the UK average. This category's prominence may be influenced by the area's demographic profile, including the presence of a university campus and commuter hubs, which can contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. Anti-social behaviour, another major concern, contributes 18.0% of total crimes and is 45% above the UK average, suggesting persistent issues with community disorder. Public order offences, at 1.0 per 1,000, are 79% above the UK average, potentially reflecting the impact of seasonal transitions, such as the back-to-school period and the start of university term. These factors may exacerbate tensions in public spaces, particularly as evenings grow darker and social interactions shift. The overall crime profile in Chesterfield during September reveals a combination of local dynamics, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour dominating the landscape. While property crimes such as shoplifting and criminal damage remain present, they do not reach the same levels as violent offences. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students and the adjustment to shorter days—likely contributes to the observed patterns, though the exact mechanisms require further analysis. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly those associated with youth activity and public gatherings, to address the disproportionate burden of violent crime in Chesterfield compared to the UK as a whole.

September 2024 saw a 10.4% increase in public order offences, rising from 96 to 106 incidents. This uptick may be linked to the transition into autumn, with evenings drawing in and social activities shifting indoors, potentially contributing to heightened tensions in public spaces. Conversely, robbery incidents fell by 50.0%, from six to three, and burglary rates dropped by 25.0%, from 36 to 27. These decreases could reflect improved security measures or seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic in certain areas during late September. Chesterfield's rate of violence and sexual offences—3.9 per 1,000—surpasses the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 by 49%, a disparity that warrants attention. Anti-social behaviour also remains 45% above the UK average, suggesting persistent challenges in managing community conduct. Meanwhile, vehicle crime in Chesterfield is 33% below the UK average, indicating effective policing strategies or lower exposure in the area compared to national trends.

Chesterfield's September 2024 crime rate of 9.7 per 1,000 residents marks an 11.2% decrease from August's 10.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area during late summer months, though the rate remains higher than the UK average. On a daily basis, Chesterfield recorded approximately 34 crimes per day in September, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity within the district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 103 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents relative to the local population. When compared to the UK average, Chesterfield's overall rate is 26.0% higher, a disparity that may reflect local factors such as the town's mix of urban and suburban environments, which can influence crime patterns differently than more densely populated areas. This comparison highlights the need to consider Chesterfield's unique demographic and geographic characteristics when interpreting its crime statistics.