Matlock Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

September 2024 marked a significant shift in Matlock’s crime profile, with criminal damage and arson surging by 250% compared to August. This spike, the most dramatic month-on-month change, underscores the volatility of property-related offences in the area. The overall crime rate for the month stood at 7.1 per 1,000 residents, 7.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 40.5% of all crimes, though they were 11% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, which typically dominates in built-up areas, fell by 29.4%, possibly linked to the start of the academic year and reduced evenings out. The seasonal context of September—back-to-school routines and shorter days—likely contributed to shifts in crime patterns, with retail-focused offences like shoplifting rising by 20% while other thefts declined. Public order offences also increased by 25%, pointing to heightened activity in high-traffic zones. Despite these fluctuations, Matlock’s crime rate remains consistently lower than the UK average, a trend that may reflect local policing efforts, community engagement, or the area’s character as a mixed-use built-up area within the Derbyshire Dales. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson raises questions about the factors driving this particular category, which deserves closer attention from local authorities.

September 2024 saw a dramatic 250% rise in criminal damage and arson, jumping from two to seven incidents. This spike, the largest month-on-month swing, may partly explain the shift in crime mix, with property-related offences accounting for 25% of total crimes (20 out of 79) compared to 40.5% for violent crimes. Violence and sexual offences remained 11% above the UK average, despite a 29.4% drop in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 17 to 12 incidents. Other theft decreased by 37.5%, reflecting a possible seasonal reduction in retail-related crimes. Meanwhile, shoplifting rose by 20%, indicating that certain retail areas may still be vulnerable despite broader declines. Public order offences also increased by 25%, suggesting heightened activity in areas with higher foot traffic during the transition from summer to autumn.

Matlock’s crime rate in September 2024 fell by 2.5% compared to the previous month, dropping from 7.3 to 7.1 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader trends observed in the area during late summer. below the UK average. Locally, the monthly tally of 79 crimes translates to roughly three reported incidents per day, a figure that reflects the built-up nature of the area and its relatively low population density. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 142 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents within the community. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average in many comparable towns, suggesting that local policing strategies or community initiatives may be contributing to sustained reductions in crime. However, the exact factors behind this trend, though seasonal factors such as the return to school and shorter evenings may have played a role in reducing opportunities for certain types of crime.