Clay Cross Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Clay Cross’s crime profile in August 2023, with 40 incidents reported—97% above the UK average for this category. The area’s overall crime rate of 11.9 per 1,000 residents places it 46.9% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting a stark divergence from national trends. This built-up area within North East Derbyshire sees violent crimes account for 44% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.9%) and public order offences (14.3%). These figures suggest a pattern of community tensions and disorder that contrasts sharply with the UK’s broader crime picture. Seasonal factors may contribute to this spike, as August is typically a peak holiday month. Tourism and seasonal migration could increase transient populations, straining local resources and heightening conflicts in shared spaces. However, direct links to specific events, and the area’s character as a historically industrialised region may also influence crime dynamics. While property crimes remain relatively low (17 incidents, 18.7% of total), the disproportionate rise in violent and public order offences raises questions about underlying social pressures. The UK average for public order offences is 0.6 per 1,000, but Clay Cross reports 1.7 per 1,000—an 183% gap that demands attention. This imbalance may reflect local challenges in managing public spaces or enforcing community standards during high-traffic periods.

August 2023 saw a dramatic 225% increase in public order offences, rising from 4 to 13 incidents. This surge, coupled with an 111.1% rise in anti-social behaviour (from 9 to 19 cases), signals a significant shift in the crime mix. Violent crimes alone accounted for 44% of all reported incidents, far exceeding their share in the UK average. The spike in public order offences is particularly striking, as it is 183% above the UK average for this category. In contrast, shoplifting—the only crime type below the UK average—fell by 17%, with 4 incidents reported compared to the national rate of 0.6 per 1,000. This anomaly may reflect local retail strategies, such as increased security measures or reduced foot traffic during August. The 100% increase in bicycle theft, from 0 to 1 incident, suggests a small but notable shift in property crime patterns. For residents, the most immediate concern is the 40% share of violent crimes, which underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas frequented by transient populations. direct causes, but the timing aligns with August’s role as a peak holiday month, potentially exacerbating tensions in shared spaces.

Clay Cross’s crime rate in August 2023 (11.9 per 1,000 residents) represents a 65.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 7.2 per 1,000. This jump places the area’s monthly exposure at 1 reported crime for every 84 residents—a figure that highlights the density of incidents within a relatively small population of 7,668. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 3 crimes per day, a local metric that does not directly compare to UK-wide averages. The stark contrast between Clay Cross and the UK’s broader crime profile is evident in categories like public order offences, which are 183% above the national average. This divergence may reflect the built-up nature of the area, where concentrated populations and limited resources could amplify conflicts during high-traffic periods. While the UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, Clay Cross’s rate of 5.2 per 1,000 underscores a regional challenge in managing violent crime. For residents, these figures translate to a higher likelihood of encountering incidents in shared spaces. The comparison also reveals a paradox: while property crimes remain below the UK average, the disproportionate rise in violent and public order offences suggests a need for community-focused policing strategies tailored to local conditions.