Ashover Crime Rate

Ashover presents a crime rate of 44.0 incidents per 1,000 residents over the period January 2025 to December 2025. This rate is significantly lower than the UK average of 91.6 per 1,000, indicating a relatively safer environment compared to the national picture. While the area's safety score stands at a respectable 89 out of 100, reflecting a sense of security amongst residents, understanding the specific types of crimes occurring and any emerging trends is crucial. The data reveals a nuanced picture, with violence and sexual offences being the most prevalent, followed by anti-social behaviour and public order concerns.

The crime landscape in Ashover is dominated by concerns regarding violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.0% of recorded incidents. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, representing 13.6% of crimes, alongside public order offences which contribute 10.2%. Criminal damage and arson make up 9.1%, while other forms of theft account for 6.8%. Burglary, while present, represents a smaller proportion of overall crime at 5.7%. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (3.4%) and bicycle theft (1.1%) suggest that property-related crimes targeting vehicles are less prevalent than other types of offences within the area. A deeper understanding of these statistics requires further investigation into the underlying causes and contributing factors specific to Ashover’s community and environment.

Crime rates in Ashover have been decreasing, showing a reduction of 14.6% year-on-year. Examining the monthly data from January 2025 to December 2025 reveals fluctuations; January saw a low of 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents, while February experienced a peak of 7.0. A noticeable dip occurred in September with just 2.0 crimes per 1,000, followed by a further decrease in November (2.5 per 1,000) and a significant drop in December (1.0 per 1,000). This consistent downward trend suggests positive developments in community safety efforts.

How To Keep Safe in Ashover

Given the prevalence of violence and sexual offences, be mindful of your surroundings, especially when walking alone at night. Avoid poorly lit areas and consider travelling with a friend or using well-populated routes. To address concerns around anti-social behaviour, report any suspicious activity to the police. Secure your property effectively, including windows and doors, and consider installing an alarm system. Finally, be aware of your belongings and surroundings when out shopping to minimize the risk of theft.

Crimes in Ashover tend to be distributed throughout the day, although a higher proportion of burglaries occur during the night (12am-6am) – 31% of burglaries occur during this time. Vehicle crime also sees a spike overnight (11pm-6am), accounting for 20% of incidents. Theft is more common during commercial hours (afternoon), while other crimes show a more even distribution across the day. Understanding these patterns can help residents be more vigilant during peak crime times.

Ashover's crime rate is notably lower than that of Clay Cross (109.7 per 1,000), but higher than the rates recorded in Hardwick Wood (0.0 per 1,000) and Stretton (North East Derbyshire) (0.0 per 1,000). These comparisons highlight the variability in crime levels across North East Derbyshire, suggesting that local factors significantly influence safety perceptions and experiences. The proximity to areas with such contrasting crime rates underscores the importance of understanding Ashover’s specific circumstances.

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