Clay Cross Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Clay Cross—a built-up area within North East Derbyshire—experienced a crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.7% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. For an individual resident, this translates to a 1-in-163 chance of encountering a crime over the course of the month, a figure that, while lower than the UK average, remains a tangible risk in a small, densely populated community. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 63.8% of all reported crimes. This high proportion may be linked to local factors such as seasonal events like Bonfire Night or the heightened foot traffic associated with Black Friday shopping. The area also saw a 40% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average, suggesting vulnerabilities in property maintenance or community engagement. However, certain categories, such as vehicle crime and drugs, were significantly below the UK average by 77% and 62% respectively, possibly reflecting lower levels of commercial activity or effective local policing strategies. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter days and increased indoor gatherings—may have influenced the types of crimes reported, with public order offences declining sharply by 66.7% from October. This contrast between rising violent crime and falling property-related offences indicates a shift in criminal activity patterns. The data highlights the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing the disproportionate rise in violence, while also acknowledging the relative success in curbing other categories. Residents should remain vigilant, especially during late-night hours and in areas with high foot traffic, as the per-capita risk remains higher than the national average.

November 2024 saw a stark increase in burglary and drug-related crimes, both rising by 100% compared to October. This surge, from zero to two incidents each, may reflect seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night or increased retail activity linked to Black Friday. Concurrently, public order offences plummeted by 66.7%, a drop that contrasts with the rise in violent crime, which now constitutes 63.8% of all reported incidents. This imbalance—violent crime significantly above the UK average (51% higher) while vehicle crime and drugs are both 77% and 62% below UK rates, respectively—suggests a complex local dynamic. For residents, the most immediate concern is the sharp increase in violence, which at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, is the highest category by a wide margin. The 40% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average also highlights vulnerabilities in community infrastructure or enforcement. These shifts underscore the need for targeted interventions.

Clay Cross's November 2024 crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents marks a 28.8% decrease from October's 8.6 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained decline in local crime. This reduction positions the area 19.7% below the UK average, a gap that has widened over recent months. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately two reported crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 47 incidents. Over the course of November, one crime occurred for roughly every 163 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while lower than the previous month, remains a tangible risk for locals. This statistic is particularly relevant for residents considering the area's demographics: with 7,668 people living in a built-up area, the impact of each incident is magnified. The decline in public order offences—down 66.7% from October—suggests a possible shift in policing focus or community engagement efforts. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while the rate is lower than the UK average, the absolute number of incidents still requires attention from local authorities and residents alike.