Derbyshire Dales Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Derbyshire Dales recorded a crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 40.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistently lower level of criminal activity compared to the national benchmark, though the composition of crimes offers insight into local dynamics. Violent crimes dominated the landscape, accounting for 39.1% of all incidents, with violence and sexual offences alone making up 1.8 per 1,000 residents. This prevalence of violent crime contrasts with the UK’s broader profile, where property crimes often lead. Anti-social behaviour followed at 17.9%, and public order offences contributed 9.1%, suggesting that interpersonal conflicts and disruptive behaviour remain significant concerns. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—may have influenced these patterns. For instance, the higher proportion of violent crime could be linked to greater social interaction in public spaces during this time of year. However, the area’s overall safety remains evident, with property crimes (90 total) representing a smaller share (27.3%) compared to violent incidents. This balance may indicate a combination of local characteristics, such as the presence of towns with higher population density, and seasonal factors that drive different crime types. The relatively low rates of shoplifting (3.9%) and burglary (3.9%) further suggest that property-related offences are not the primary concern in Derbyshire Dales, unlike in more densely populated or commercial hubs. These findings highlight the importance of contextualising crime data within both geographic and temporal frameworks to understand the underlying drivers of criminal activity in the region.

April 2025 revealed a marked shift in crime composition, with violent crimes accounting for 39.1% of total incidents—significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000). This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK’s broader mix, where property crimes often lead. Among the most notable changes, vehicle crime rose by 30.8% (13 → 17), likely influenced by increased travel during the Easter period or seasonal fluctuations in vehicle usage. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 40.9% (22 → 13), possibly due to reduced foot traffic in retail areas during April compared to busier summer months. The sharp 60.9% drop in drug-related offences from March to April may reflect temporary disruptions in illicit networks or heightened policing efforts. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with seasonal factors and community-specific conditions playing a clear role in shaping trends.

Derbyshire Dales recorded a crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 in April 2025, marking a 13.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.3 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as spring weather and Easter-related activities may have shifted patterns of outdoor engagement. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 217 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 11 crimes per day, a rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average when scaled to population size. This contrast highlights the area’s relatively safer profile compared to national benchmarks, though fluctuations in specific crime types suggest ongoing local dynamics. The reduction in drug-related incidents by 60.9% from March to April may reflect temporary changes in community activity or law enforcement focus, while the rise in vehicle crime could indicate shifts in local transportation patterns or seasonal theft opportunities.