Derbyshire Dales Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Derbyshire Dales maintained a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents in June 2025, 34.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This performance underscores the district’s consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends, a pattern that may be attributed to its rural character and lower population density. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34.3% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.5%) and public order offences (10.0%). These figures align with seasonal patterns, as the start of summer often correlates with increased social activity and public spaces, which can contribute to anti-social behaviour and public order issues. However, the district’s rate for violence and sexual offences remains 37% below the UK average, a gap that may be explained by the area’s dispersed population and limited opportunities for such crimes. The overall crime rate is also significantly lower than the UK average for property-related offences, with shoplifting at 68% below the national figure. This could reflect the district’s rural nature, where retail centres are fewer and more spread out, reducing opportunities for theft. The relatively low crime rate compared to the UK average suggests that local factors, such as community cohesion or policing strategies, may be playing a role in maintaining public safety. Seasonal context further complicates the picture: while longer daylight hours and the start of the tourism season in nearby areas may have influenced crime patterns, the district’s own data shows no significant spikes in major categories. This stability, despite the summer months, highlights the effectiveness of local crime prevention measures in mitigating seasonal fluctuations.

June 2025 saw notable decreases in several crime categories, including a 20% reduction in shoplifting and a 30.8% drop in drug-related offences. These declines may be linked to increased policing efforts or seasonal factors, such as the start of summer encouraging more outdoor activities that reduce opportunities for such crimes. Conversely, vehicle crime surged by 350%, jumping from 2 to 9 incidents, a sharp increase that could be attributed to higher road usage during the summer months or targeted thefts in rural areas. Bicycle theft also rose by 100%. Robbery incidents doubled, though from a very low base, suggesting isolated incidents rather than a widespread trend. The district’s violence and sexual offences rate (1.8 per 1,000) was 37% below the UK average, a consistent pattern that may reflect the area’s rural nature and lower population density. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also remained significantly below UK averages, reinforcing Derbyshire Dales’ generally low crime profile.

Derbyshire Dales recorded a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents in June 2025, an 8.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months. On a daily basis, the district saw approximately 13 crimes reported each day, a figure that remains consistent with historical averages for this time of year. Over the course of June, one crime was reported for every 188 residents, a ratio that reflects the district’s relatively low crime profile compared to national benchmarks. This monthly exposure rate is particularly noteworthy given the area’s population size and rural character, which may contribute to lower crime density. When contextualised against the UK average, the district’s overall rate is 34.6% below the national figure, highlighting the effectiveness of local policing strategies or community initiatives in maintaining public safety. The population-scaled perspective also underscores that residents face a significantly lower risk of experiencing crime compared to those in more densely populated or urban regions.