Erewash Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Erewash, the crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 in November 2024 translates to a daily risk of encountering 24 crimes across the district. This figure, though notable, is 18.4% below the UK average, suggesting a relatively safer environment compared to the national context. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 48.2% of all incidents. This aligns with seasonal patterns, as November’s dark evenings may increase opportunities for such crimes, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or limited lighting. Shoplifting followed closely, contributing 10.6% of reported crimes, likely influenced by Black Friday shopping activity. Criminal damage and arson also featured prominently, potentially linked to Bonfire Night events. The data reveals a mixed picture: while violent crimes and public order offences exceed the UK average, other theft and vehicle crime fall significantly below it. This contrast may reflect Erewash’s characteristics—a mix of urban and rural areas where retail hubs drive shoplifting but lower population density reduces vehicle-related crime. The seasonal context of November, with its combination of festive events and shorter daylight hours, likely amplifies certain crime types while mitigating others. Residents may find reassurance in the overall rate’s proximity to the UK average, though specific spikes in drug-related offences and public order crimes highlight areas requiring further scrutiny.

November 2024 saw a stark 94.4% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 18 to 35. This jump, though not explained by the data, may warrant closer attention given its significant departure from the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Conversely, anti-social behaviour plummeted by 99.4% (176 to 1), a shift that could reflect seasonal factors or temporary interventions. Violent crimes remained a dominant concern, contributing 48.2% of all reported incidents and sitting 16% above the UK average. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and burglary both fell sharply—vehicle crime dropped by 52.4% (42 to 20), and burglary by 5.3% (19 to 20)—linked to reduced opportunities during darker evenings. Residents may find the 18.4% reduction in overall crime rate compared to the UK average a reassuring statistic, though localised spikes in specific categories require attention.

In November 2024, Erewash’s crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents marked a 27.0% decrease from the previous month’s 8.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced anti-social behaviour, which fell by 99.4% (176 to 1), potentially reflecting seasonal shifts or community efforts. On a daily basis, 24 crimes were reported in November, a figure that may seem high but translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 162 residents. This rate is 18.4% below the UK average, suggesting Erewash’s population faces a lower risk compared to the national context. The drop in vehicle crime by 52.4% (42 to 20) and burglary by 5.3% (19 to 20) may indicate improved security measures or reduced opportunities during darker evenings. However, the sharp rise in drug-related offences (+94.4%) raises questions about local dynamics, though can be inferred from the data alone.