Matlock Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant crime category in Matlock during October 2024, accounting for 36.5% of all reported incidents. This was followed closely by anti-social behaviour, which made up 27.0% of the total. The overall crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents places the area 18.5% below the UK average, a significant disparity that underscores Matlock’s relatively low-crime profile. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings and Halloween—likely contributes to the higher proportion of violent crimes, as reduced visibility and increased social gatherings may create conditions conducive to such incidents. While anti-social behaviour remains a notable concern, its 40% above UK average rate contrasts with the lower rates of property crimes, such as shoplifting, which fell by 58% compared to the national average. This divergence may reflect the area’s character as a built-up region within a rural district, where community policing and local initiatives could mitigate property crime while social dynamics influence violent and anti-social incidents. The balance between these crime types suggests a combination of factors, including seasonal influences and the area’s demographic composition, which requires ongoing monitoring to ensure sustained improvements in public safety.

October 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with robbery and possession of weapons both increasing by 100% compared to September. These rises, though small in absolute terms, indicate a potential uptick in targeted or opportunistic incidents. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 50% to three reports, possibly linked to Halloween preparations or changes in retail activity. Anti-social behaviour remained a persistent issue, with 20 reports—40% above the UK average—and public order offences dropping by 40% to six incidents. The dominance of violent crime, which was 10% below the UK average, highlights a local imbalance in crime types, with 27 incidents of violence and sexual offences recorded. This mix suggests that while the area is safer overall, targeted crimes and anti-social behaviour remain focal points for local policing. Residents may find the 58% reduction in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it could reflect improved security measures or seasonal shopper behaviour.

Matlock's crime rate in October 2024 fell to 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 6.4% decrease from the previous month’s 7.1. This decline positions the area as one of the safer built-up regions in the UK, with the overall rate 18.5% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly two crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the concentrated nature of reported incidents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 151 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. The population of 11,179 further contextualises these figures, with the crime rate per capita remaining well below the UK average. While daily crime counts are a useful snapshot, the monthly exposure metric provides a broader perspective on how often residents might encounter crime in their daily lives. This comparison underscores Matlock’s position as a low-crime area, though local factors such as seasonal patterns and community dynamics may influence this trend.