The average crime rate in Clay Cross, a Built-Up Area (BUA) in North East Derbyshire, is 109.7 crimes per 1,000 residents. This figure is notably higher than the United Kingdom's average crime rate of 91.6 per 1,000. To put this into perspective, the nearby area of Stretton reports a crime rate of 0.0 per 1,000, while Old Tupton has a rate of 88.7 per 1,000, and Pilsley and Lower Pilsley reports 50.7 per 1,000, and Mickley shows a rate of 76.4 per 1,000. The population of Clay Cross is 7668.
It's important to understand that crime rates are statistical averages and don’t always reflect the day-to-day safety of a location. A higher crime rate doesn’t automatically mean that Clay Cross is inherently dangerous; it simply means that, based on reported incidents, there are more crimes occurring relative to the population compared to the national average.
Clay Cross also receives a safety score of 74/100, which is below the UK average of 79/100. This score is derived from crime statistics and potentially other factors which are not specified. It’s worth noting that the types of crimes contributing to the overall rate are not detailed in the provided data. Therefore, it's difficult to determine whether the crimes are primarily petty theft, violent offences, or other categories.
When assessing safety, it’s advisable to consider the broader context. Comparing Clay Cross to its immediate neighbours demonstrates a significant variance in crime rates. While Stretton has virtually no reported crime, Old Tupton, Pilsley and Lower Pilsley, and Mickley all have lower rates than Clay Cross. Further investigation into the specific types of crimes reported and local community initiatives would provide a more nuanced understanding of safety in Clay Cross.