Derby Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Derby's crime profile in October 2025 reveals a combination of persistent challenges and emerging trends. The city's overall crime rate of 10.8 per 1,000 residents places it 40.3% above the UK average of 7.7, a disparity that underscores the need for sustained local action. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 40.1% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 4.3 per 1,000—62% above the UK average. This figure may be partly explained by Derby's status as a major urban centre with a diverse population and significant nightlife activity. Anti-social behaviour (11.7% of total crimes) and public order offences (8.6%) also remain high, likely influenced by seasonal factors such as the transition to darker evenings and Halloween events. The city's retail and commercial hubs appear to drive shoplifting (8.5% of crimes) and other theft (6.0%), though these rates remain below the UK averages for those categories. Seasonal context—such as the return to shorter daylight hours and the timing of Halloween—may have contributed to the persistence of public order and anti-social behaviour crimes, which are often more prevalent in urban areas during such periods. While these figures highlight ongoing challenges, they also provide a baseline for tracking future improvements.

October 2025 saw a marked decline in vehicle crime, falling by 23.2% to 119 incidents, a reduction likely linked to increased police patrols around key transport hubs. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 14.6% to 346 reports, potentially reflecting the impact of local community initiatives targeting nuisance activities. However, drug-related crimes surged by 66%, rising from 106 to 176, a spike that far outpaces the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, where Derby's rate of 0.6 per 1,000 is 114% higher. This divergence highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas with high concentrations of illicit drug trade. Burglary increased by 27.6% to 74 incidents, though it remains aligned with the UK average. Residents concerned about property crime may benefit from reviewing local council updates on home security grants.

Derby's crime rate remained stable in October 2025 at 10.8 per 1,000 residents, matching the figure from the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 96 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the city's population density and urban dynamics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 93 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the persistent presence of crime in everyday life. When compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, Derby's rate remains higher, though the stability of this rate indicates that systemic factors—rather than temporary spikes—may be driving the disparity. This context is crucial for residents assessing their personal risk and for policymakers evaluating long-term strategies to address underlying causes.