Dronfield Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 21,206, Dronfield recorded 98 crimes in April 2023, equating to a crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 38.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 24.5% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.4%) and shoplifting (13.3%). These patterns align with the area’s characteristics as a built-up urban centre with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The prominence of violence and sexual offences may be influenced by local dynamics, such as the presence of community spaces or seasonal activity during Easter. Anti-social behaviour’s high share could be linked to the area’s density and the potential for disputes in shared living environments. Meanwhile, shoplifting’s relatively high rate—25% above the UK average—suggests that retail areas in Dronfield may face specific challenges, such as high foot traffic or targeted criminal activity. Seasonal factors in April, including the Easter period and spring weather, likely contributed to increased outdoor activity, which may have influenced crime patterns. However, the overall stability in the crime rate compared to March indicates that local efforts to manage crime may be effective, even as specific categories fluctuate.

April 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with theft from the person doubling from zero to two incidents—a 100% increase. This rise, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened awareness or changes in public behaviour during the Easter period. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 40.9% compared to March, dropping from 22 to 13 incidents. This decline aligns with seasonal factors, as spring weather may reduce foot traffic in retail areas or prompt stricter store security measures. Burglary also rose by 66.7%, from three to five incidents, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in residential areas during the Easter break. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences decreased by 14.3%, linked to reduced alcohol-related incidents during the Easter holiday. The area’s performance against UK averages reveals stark contrasts: violence and sexual offences were 58% below the national rate, while shoplifting was 25% above. These variations underscore the need for tailored strategies to address specific crime types, such as targeted anti-shoplifting campaigns or community initiatives to prevent burglary.

In April 2023, Dronfield maintained the same crime rate as March, with 4.6 crimes per 1,000 residents. This stability contrasts with the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s consistently lower crime profile. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 3 incidents per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 216 residents over the course of the month. When scaled to the area’s population of 21,206, this suggests that the likelihood of experiencing a crime in Dronfield remains comparatively low. The population context further illustrates that, despite the 98 crimes recorded, the rate per capita is significantly below national benchmarks. This suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing strategies, or demographic characteristics—may contribute to the area’s sustained lower crime levels. However, the presence of specific crime types, like shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, indicates that targeted interventions could still address emerging challenges.