Derbyshire Dales Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Derbyshire Dales recorded a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents in June 2023, placing it 25.9% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This figure reflects a sustained trend of lower-than-average criminal activity, likely influenced by the area’s rural character and limited urban density. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 35.5% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 2.2 per 1,000 — 25% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 20.9% of total crimes at 1.3 per 1,000, also significantly lower than the national rate. Public order offences, though a smaller proportion (10.4%), showed a 4% increase compared to the UK average, possibly linked to the start of summer and increased outdoor activity. The seasonal context of June — the beginning of the tourism season in rural areas — may have influenced patterns, with some crimes tied to transient populations or local events. However, the overall crime picture remains characterised by lower rates in key categories, suggesting a combination of geographic factors, community engagement, and policing strategies. Property crimes, which include burglary and vehicle crime, were consistently below UK averages, with vehicle crime at 0.3 per 1,000 — 36% lower than the national rate. This may be attributed to the area’s sparse population and limited commercial hubs, which reduce opportunities for such crimes. The data also highlights the role of seasonal transitions, with the longer days of June affecting both crime opportunities and community vigilance. While the overall rate remains stable, the balance between violent and property crimes suggests ongoing challenges in addressing specific local issues.

June 2023 saw notable reductions in several crime categories, including bicycle theft, theft from the person, and drug-related offences. Bicycle theft fell by 50%, aligning with a likely increase in community bike-sharing initiatives or improved local security measures. Theft from the person also dropped by 50%, a decrease that may reflect heightened awareness during summer months or fewer opportunities for such crimes in rural areas. Drug offences declined by 28.6%, potentially linked to seasonal changes in illicit activity patterns. However, other categories showed increases: robbery rose by 100% (from 0 to 4 incidents), a figure that, while small in absolute terms, warrants attention. Public order offences surged by 30.6%, influenced by the start of the tourism season or increased social gatherings. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 21.8%, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in specific areas. Despite these shifts, the overall crime profile remains significantly below UK averages, particularly in violence and sexual offences, which were 25% lower than the national rate.

Derbyshire Dales maintained a stable crime rate in June 2023, matching the previous month’s figure of 6.3 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no significant seasonal shifts in overall criminal activity, despite the start of summer. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 15 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of reported incidents in a localised timeframe. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 reported crime for every 158 residents underscores the relatively low risk environment compared to the UK average. This figure, however, does not account for variations in population density or geographic spread, which may influence local perceptions of safety. The area’s rural character, with its dispersed communities and limited urban centres, likely contributes to the lower frequency of crimes compared to densely populated regions. While the daily crime count provides a snapshot of activity, the monthly aggregate offers a broader perspective on how incidents are distributed across the district’s population.