Derbyshire Dales Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Derbyshire Dales' crime rate in November 2024 stood at 3.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 55.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This significant disparity reflects the area's rural character, where lower population density and limited urban infrastructure inherently reduce opportunities for crime. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.3% of all reported crimes, followed by other theft (11.4%) and public order offences (10.6%). These patterns are consistent with Derbyshire Dales' mix of small towns and open countryside, where interpersonal disputes and minor thefts tend to dominate over more complex urban crime types. Seasonal factors played a role in shaping the crime picture: the darkening evenings of November may have contributed to a 42% gap in violent crime rates compared to the UK average, as reduced visibility and fewer public spaces for interaction can mitigate certain forms of aggression. However, the area's low vehicle crime rate (77% below the UK average) also suggests that rural environments, with their lower foot traffic and fewer parking areas, present fewer targets for such offences. The month's events, including Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, likely influenced specific trends, such as the 200% increase in theft from the person, which may be linked to increased consumer activity and the presence of high-value items in public spaces. While these seasonal spikes are notable, they remain isolated incidents within an otherwise stable crime environment.

November 2024 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with theft from the person rising by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and bicycle theft doubling (from 0 to 2). These increases, though small in absolute terms, highlight vulnerabilities in personal security during the month. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 56.3% (from 16 to 7), a decline that may reflect reduced road activity during darker evenings. Burglary also rose by 54.5% (from 11 to 17), a trend that contrasts with the broader drop in overall crime rates. Violent crimes remained 42% below the UK average at 1.5 per 1,000, while shoplifting fell 71% below the national rate. These figures underscore the area's distinct crime profile, where property crimes are less prevalent than in many urban regions. Residents may find the 100% reduction in robbery and possession of weapons encouraging, though these categories remain rare in Derbyshire Dales compared to the UK.

Derbyshire Dales' crime rate in November 2024 fell to 3.4 per 1,000 residents, a 26.3% decline from the previous month's rate of 4.6 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with broader seasonal trends, as November's shorter evenings and reduced foot traffic in rural areas may contribute to lower opportunities for crime. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 8 crimes reported each day, a figure that, while consistent with local patterns, remains significantly lower than the UK average. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure means that one resident in every 293 experienced a reported crime during the month. This statistic, while informative, does not reflect the full complexity of local dynamics, as Derbyshire Dales' rural character and low population density inherently moderate crime rates compared to urban centres. The drop in vehicle crime by 56.3% may also be linked to seasonal factors, such as reduced travel during colder weather, though this remains speculative without further data.