Clay Cross Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Clay Cross's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 11.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 45.5% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure, while alarming, is consistent with patterns seen in built-up areas of North East Derbyshire, where urban density and social dynamics can amplify certain types of crime. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.2% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 25.6% and public order offences at 9.3%. These trends align with the seasonal context of October — darker evenings, the transition from summer to autumn, and the approach of Halloween, which may contribute to increased public disorder and alcohol-related incidents. The area's crime profile reflects a mix of urban challenges, with property crimes (20 incidents) and violent crimes (32 incidents) dominating the landscape. While shoplifting rates fell by 50% compared to the previous month, the rise in criminal damage and arson suggests a shift in criminal activity, potentially linked to local factors such as community events or environmental vulnerabilities. The higher-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour and weapons possession point to deeper social issues that may require coordinated efforts from local authorities and community groups. As the month progressed, the interplay between seasonal changes and local conditions likely influenced the distribution of crime types, with violent incidents and public order issues emerging as key concerns for residents. The data underscores the need for targeted policing strategies and community engagement to address the root causes of these trends, ensuring that Clay Cross remains a safe and secure environment for its residents.

October 2025 saw a dramatic 300% increase in criminal damage and arson, with incidents rising from 1 to 4. This surge, coupled with a 200% jump in burglary cases (from 1 to 3), signals a concerning trend in property-related crimes. Public order offences also climbed sharply, with a 166.7% increase from 3 to 8, likely driven by Halloween-related activities and darker evenings. While violence and sexual offences decreased by 28.9% (from 45 to 32), this drop was offset by the rise in other categories. Anti-social behaviour remained high, with rates 130% above the UK average, and possession of weapons — at 329% above the UK average — emerged as a particularly alarming statistic. Residents should be especially vigilant in public spaces, where the combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics may contribute to the uptick in incidents.

Clay Cross's crime rate in October 2025 rose to 11.2 per 1,000 residents, a 10.3% increase from the previous month's rate of 10.2. This shift underscores a growing concern for residents, with daily crime counts averaging three incidents per day over the 31-day period. On a monthly basis, the data indicates that one crime was reported for every 89 residents — a figure that, while not directly comparable to national statistics, highlights the local impact of crime. The population of 7,668 residents means that each individual faces a heightened exposure to crime relative to the UK average. While the area's overall rate remains significantly higher than the national benchmark, the month-on-month rise suggests a need for sustained vigilance, particularly in areas where property crimes and violent offences are concentrated. The fluctuation in shoplifting rates, which fell by 50% compared to the prior month, contrasts with the sharp increases in public order and criminal damage, pointing to a combination of local factors that may require targeted interventions.