Ashbourne Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Ashbourne's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure 48.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This marked improvement underscores the area's consistently lower crime profile, which has been a feature of Ashbourne's built-up area within the Derbyshire Dales. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violent and sexual offences constituted the largest share of incidents, accounting for 52.6% of the total 38 crimes reported. This category remains significantly below the UK average, with a rate of 2.1 per 1,000 compared to the national figure of 2.6 per 1,000. Public order offences followed, making up 13.2% of the total, while anti-social behaviour and shoplifting accounted for 7.9% and 5.3% respectively. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—likely influences these patterns, as increased youth activity can sometimes correlate with higher incidents of public order and anti-social behaviour. However, the sharp decline in anti-social behaviour this month, which fell by 72.7% compared to August, suggests that local initiatives or natural seasonal shifts may be contributing to a more stable environment. The relatively low levels of property crime, such as shoplifting and theft from the person, further reinforce the area's position as a safer, more controlled community. While the rise in drugs-related incidents and other thefts highlights areas for continued vigilance, the overall trajectory of Ashbourne's crime statistics remains encouraging, demonstrating that the area's unique characteristics—its compact size, rural surroundings, and community-oriented ethos—can play a role in maintaining lower crime rates.

September 2024 saw a marked reduction in anti-social behaviour, which fell by 72.7% compared to August, dropping from 11 to 3 incidents. This sharp decline likely reflects the seasonal shift as the summer months waned and community activity moved indoors. Meanwhile, shoplifting, drugs, and other theft each saw a 100% increase, with shoplifting rising from 1 to 2 incidents. These upticks may be linked to the return of university students and the start of the academic year, which often brings increased foot traffic to retail areas. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 52.6% of all crimes, yet still occurred at a rate 20% below the UK average. This suggests that while certain crime types are on the rise, the overall safety profile of Ashbourne continues to diverge from national trends. For residents, the sharp drop in anti-social behaviour offers a tangible indicator of improved community conditions during this period.

Ashbourne's crime rate in September 2024 fell to 4.0 per 1,000 residents, an 11.6% decrease from the previous month's 4.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader trends observed in the area's seasonal rhythm, as the transition from summer to autumn typically sees reduced outdoor activity and fewer night-time incidents. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in September, a figure that reflects the low overall rate and the community's relative safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 248 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. When compared to the UK average, Ashbourne's crime rate remains lower, with the area experiencing fewer incidents of violent crime, anti-social behaviour, and shoplifting. This consistency with historical patterns suggests that local factors—such as the town's compact layout, strong community engagement, and limited commercial density—play a role in sustaining this lower level of crime. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that residents face a significantly reduced risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, reinforcing the area's position as a safer, more stable environment.