Chesterfield Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Chesterfield's October 2025 crime rate of 10.1 per 1,000 residents places it 31.2% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure, while concerning, highlights a combination of local and national factors. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, contributing 37.3% of all crimes—43% above the UK average. This dominance of violent crime may reflect the area's urban character, where higher population density and social interactions can amplify such incidents. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences followed, each significantly exceeding national benchmarks. The seasonal context of October—darker evenings, the transition into colder weather, and Halloween—likely exacerbates these trends, as reduced visibility and increased social gatherings may contribute to higher rates of disorder and aggression. The proportion of property crimes (354) was lower than violent crimes (401), indicating a shift in the crime mix compared to other months. This imbalance could be influenced by Chesterfield's economic profile, where service industries and retail sectors may attract both opportunities for theft and the associated risk of interpersonal conflict. The data also reveals a marked contrast in specific categories: while theft from the person surged, robbery and other crime saw reductions, suggesting that targeted policing or community initiatives may have had a localized effect. However, the overall upward trend in crime rates compared to the previous month underscores the need for sustained efforts to address underlying drivers, such as socioeconomic challenges and the seasonal pressures that intensify during autumn.

October 2025 saw a notable 175% increase in theft from the person, rising from 4 to 11 incidents. This sharp jump, though still below the UK average by 29%, may reflect heightened public vulnerability during Halloween and darker evenings. Conversely, robbery rates decreased by 11.1%, falling from 9 to 8 cases—a modest but meaningful decline. Vehicle crime also climbed by 58.8%, with 54 incidents recorded, likely tied to seasonal changes in parking patterns and increased traffic. Meanwhile, other crime dropped by 30.8%, from 26 to 18, suggesting a temporary reduction in non-specific incidents. The breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, accounting for 37.3% of all crimes—31.2% above the UK average. This underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly as the year progresses into colder months.

Chesterfield's crime rate in October 2025 rose to 10.1 per 1,000 residents, marking an 11.0% increase from the previous month's 9.1. This upward trend aligns with the area's historical patterns during autumn, when seasonal factors such as darker evenings and increased Halloween-related activity may contribute to heightened incidents. On a daily basis, the local rate translates to approximately 35 crimes per day, reflecting a consistent level of activity over the 31-day period. When considering the population, this equates to one reported crime for every 99 residents over the course of the month—a figure that underscores the scale of exposure for Chesterfield's residents compared to the UK average. While the local rate remains significantly higher than the national average, the monthly exposure provides a tangible metric for understanding how frequently crime impacts individual lives in the area.