Derby Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Derby's crime rate in April 2025 was 10.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 39% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This disparity reflects a pattern where violent crimes, particularly those involving sexual offences, dominate the local crime picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38% of all reported crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (which is 57% below Derby's rate). Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also contributed significantly, with the former at 1.9 per 1,000 and the latter at 1.1 per 1,000, both well above their respective UK averages. The seasonal context of April, marked by Easter and spring weather, likely influenced the crime profile, with increased outdoor activity potentially contributing to higher levels of public order incidents. However, the data also reveals a more nuanced picture: while violent crimes remain high, burglary rates in Derby are 26% below the UK average, suggesting that property crime prevention efforts may be more effective in this area. This contrast between violent and property crime trends highlights the need for targeted interventions that address the specific challenges of a mid-sized urban centre with a history of industrial activity and a current population of over 274,000 residents.

April 2025 saw a 65% increase in robbery incidents, rising from 20 to 33 cases, marking one of the most significant monthly jumps in any crime category. Bicycle theft also surged by 50%, climbing from 14 to 21 reports, a trend consistent with the Easter holiday period when recreational cycling may increase. In contrast, other crime categories showed reductions, with 'other crime' falling by 41.5% (82 to 48) and possession of weapons dropping by 30.2% (43 to 30). These shifts highlight a mixed picture where some categories are worsening while others improve. The violent crime category, which accounted for 38% of all incidents, remains 57% above the UK average, a stark contrast to burglary rates that are 26% below the national average. This divergence underscores the complex nature of Derby's crime profile, where public safety concerns are most acute in interpersonal crimes rather than property-related offences.

Derby's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 10.7 per 1,000 residents, a 7.3% decrease from the previous month's 11.5 per 1,000. This marks the first monthly decline since January 2025, though the rate remains significantly above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of 98 reported crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent need for community vigilance. When contextualised by population, the monthly exposure rate means one crime occurred for every 94 residents over April, a metric that highlights the density of incidents in a city of 274,149 people. While the decline from March is encouraging, the absolute number of crimes remains high, particularly in violent and property-related categories. This suggests that underlying factors such as economic pressures or seasonal activity patterns may still exert influence, even as short-term trends show some moderation.