Erewash Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 114,253, Erewash recorded 797 crimes in December 2025 — a figure that translates to 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents, matching the UK average. This rate places the district in line with national trends, though the distribution of crime types reveals distinct local patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 47.1% of all reported crimes, followed by shoplifting (10.0%) and public order offences (9.3%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal and community-level issues, which may partly explain the prominence of violent crime. December’s seasonal context — with its extended evenings, holiday gatherings, and retail activity — likely contributes to the elevated rates of violence and public order incidents. The district’s crime profile appears to reflect a mix of urban and suburban characteristics, where commercial centres and residential areas intersect. While property crime remains a concern, the relatively low rates of burglary (2.5%) and vehicle crime (3.0%) suggest that targeted interventions in high-risk zones may be effective. The absence of significant deviations from the UK average for most crime categories indicates a balanced approach to policing and community engagement, though the above-average rates of shoplifting and public order offences highlight areas for further attention.

December saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with criminal damage and arson surging by 51.1% compared to November, rising from 45 to 68 incidents. This increase may be linked to seasonal factors such as holiday decorations and empty homes during the festive period. Conversely, robbery rates plummeted by 81.8%, dropping from 11 to 2 cases — a stark contrast that could reflect heightened security measures around high-value retail locations or reduced foot traffic in certain areas. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 33.3%, from 108 to 72 incidents, indicating the impact of community initiatives or the natural reduction in public gatherings during the holiday season. However, shoplifting rates fell by 27.3%, from 110 to 80, which may signal improved retail security or a shift in criminal activity toward other categories. Violence and sexual offences, while remaining the most common crime type, were 28% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in addressing interpersonal crime. Theft from the person — typically associated with urban tourist areas — was 100% below the UK average, suggesting that Erewash’s crime profile differs from more densely populated or visitor-heavy regions.

The crime rate in Erewash for December 2025 (7.0 per 1,000 residents) marked a 2.9% decline from November’s rate of 7.2 per 1,000, reflecting a modest but measurable improvement in public safety. On a daily basis, the district experienced approximately 26 crimes per day — a figure that, while relatively low compared to larger urban centres, underscores the need for consistent vigilance in community policing. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 143 residents, a metric that provides context for the likelihood of encountering crime in daily life. This monthly exposure rate is comparable to other districts of similar size and demographic composition. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Erewash’s crime rate aligns closely with national benchmarks, though specific categories like public order offences (59% above UK average) suggest localized challenges. These figures, when contextualized against the district’s population size, illustrate that while crime remains a concern, the overall burden is manageable through targeted interventions. The comparison with the previous month also highlights the importance of tracking short-term fluctuations, as the 2.9% decrease may indicate the effectiveness of seasonal crime prevention strategies or natural variations in reporting patterns.