Breaston and Draycott Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Breaston and Draycott recorded a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 in January 2026, placing it 41.2% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects the area’s built-up nature as a mixed-use zone within Erewash, where a combination of residential density and commercial activity may moderate overall crime levels. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.5% of all crimes (10 incidents), followed by shoplifting (20.7%, 6 incidents) and public order offences (17.2%, 5 incidents). The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period marked by shorter days and reduced retail footfall—likely contributes to the lower crime rate compared to busier months. However, shoplifting’s 40% above UK average suggests vulnerabilities in local retail environments, possibly linked to the area’s proximity to major transport routes or the presence of high-footfall commercial hubs. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of violent crime (1.4 per 1,000) aligns with the area’s character as a low-density built-up area, where community cohesion and policing presence may act as deterrents. These patterns illustrate a crime profile shaped by both geographic and seasonal factors, with the post-holiday lull reinforcing the area’s generally secure environment.

The most dramatic month-on-month change was a 100% increase in ‘other crime’—a category that rose from 0 to 1 incident. This spike, though small in absolute terms, contrasts with significant declines in other areas. Anti-social behaviour fell by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), as did Other theft (from 3 to 1). Public order offences also decreased by 37.5% (from 8 to 5), suggesting a possible seasonal shift in community activity. Shoplifting remained 40% above the UK average at 0.8 per 1,000, while public order offences were 67% above the UK rate. This divergence from national trends may reflect local factors, such as the area’s built-up character and retail presence. For residents, the drop in anti-social behaviour is a tangible indicator of improved local safety, though the rise in ‘other crime’ underscores the need for continued vigilance in unclassified incidents.

The crime rate in January 2026 fell by 32.5% compared to December 2025, dropping from 5.9 to 4.0 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with typical post-holiday patterns observed in similar built-up areas, where reduced foot traffic and shorter daylight hours may partly explain lower crime levels. On a daily basis, 1 crime was reported per day in January, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s overall security profile. When scaled to the population of 7,349, this equates to one reported crime for every 253 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate suggests a relatively low risk environment compared to larger urban centres, though it remains important to note that localised spikes—such as the 100% increase in ‘other crime’—can still occur. The area’s built-up nature, with a mix of residential and commercial zones, may contribute to this balance, where community engagement and local policing efforts could play a role in sustaining low overall rates.