Clay Cross Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Clay Cross, a built-up area within North East Derbyshire, experienced a 28.9% increase in its crime rate to 10.4 per 1,000 residents in February 2024, placing it 46.5% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This surge was driven by a dramatic 318.2% rise in anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 57.5% of all reported crimes, far exceeding the UK average by 471%. The month also saw a 35.7% decrease in violent crimes, falling from 28 to 18, a shift that may be influenced by the winter season’s low outdoor activity and reduced social gatherings. Anti-social behaviour, the most prevalent category, likely reflects a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, such as the area’s post-industrial character, which may contribute to community tensions or under-resourced public spaces. In contrast, shoplifting and drugs both increased by 100% compared to January, though these remain significantly below UK averages, suggesting isolated incidents rather than systemic issues. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with limited daylight and reduced outdoor activity—may partly explain the fluctuation between violent and non-violent crimes, as indoor spaces become focal points for anti-social conduct. This pattern aligns with broader trends in similar post-industrial towns, where community cohesion and economic challenges can amplify certain types of crime during colder months.

February 2024 saw a dramatic 318.2% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 11 to 46 incidents—a stark shift that dominated the crime profile. This surge, which accounted for 57.5% of all reported crimes, far outpaced the UK average by 471%, suggesting local pressures that may be tied to seasonal factors or community-specific tensions. Conversely, violent crimes fell by 35.7% compared to January, dropping from 28 to 18, a trend that aligns with the winter lull in outdoor activity. Shoplifting increased by 100% to one incident, though this remains 81% below the UK average, indicating a potential anomaly or localized issue. The decline in criminal damage and arson by 77.8%—from nine to two cases—may reflect improved community engagement or seasonal inactivity. These shifts underscore the volatility of crime patterns in Clay Cross, where a single month can see dramatic fluctuations in both violent and non-violent offences.

Clay Cross recorded a crime rate of 10.4 per 1,000 residents in February 2024, a 28.9% increase from the previous month’s 8.1 per 1,000. This rise places the area 46.5% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, highlighting a significant divergence from national trends. Locally, the monthly exposure rate means one reported crime occurred for roughly every 96 residents over the course of the month. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately three crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the persistent nature of local issues. The population of 7,668 residents adds context to these numbers, emphasizing that even small shifts in crime rates can have noticeable impacts on community safety. The contrast with the UK average is particularly stark in anti-social behaviour, which is 471% above the national rate, suggesting a unique challenge in this built-up area. However, some categories, such as public order offences, show an 18% deficit compared to the UK, indicating pockets of lower risk that may be influenced by local policing or community dynamics.