Derby Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Derby's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 10.8 per 1,000 residents, 40.3% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark divergence highlights the city's distinct position within the national crime profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 38.2% of all reported incidents and 57% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 17.8%, with public order offences also significantly exceeding national benchmarks. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—likely contributes to these patterns. Public order issues, for instance, may be amplified by the influx of visitors during Easter, while warmer weather could drive more outdoor interactions, escalating conflicts. The city's urban character, with its mix of commercial districts and residential areas, may also play a role in the prevalence of anti-social behaviour. Despite these challenges, certain categories, such as burglary (2.1% of total crimes), showed a 26% deficit compared to the UK average, suggesting effective local measures or demographic factors. The data underscores the need for tailored approaches to address specific vulnerabilities while building on areas where Derby performs comparatively well.

April 2025 saw a 70.0% increase in robbery cases, rising from 20 to 34, a sharp contrast to the 39.3% decrease in 'other crime' (from 84 to 51). These shifts reflect a combination of specific incidents and broader patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 38.2% of total crimes, 57% above the UK average. Public order offences also spiked, with a 104% gap compared to the national rate. The rise in bicycle theft (+50.0%) aligns with seasonal factors, such as increased outdoor activity during spring. Burglary rates (0.2 per 1,000) were 26% below the UK average, a rare positive deviation. Residents may find the drop in 'other crime' reassuring, though the surge in robbery underscores the need for vigilance in high-risk areas.

Derby's crime rate in April 2025 (10.8 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 6.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 11.6 per 1,000, indicating a slight improvement in overall safety. However, the city remains 40.3% above the UK average, highlighting persistent challenges compared to national trends. On a daily basis, approximately 100 crimes were reported in April, underscoring the frequency of incidents in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 92 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of monthly exposure for Derby's population. While the decline from March suggests potential effectiveness in recent policing or community initiatives, the city's rate remains higher than the UK average, particularly in violent and anti-social crime categories. This comparison reinforces the need for targeted strategies to address local vulnerabilities, even as the month-on-month trend shows a small but meaningful shift.