Dronfield Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Dronfield’s crime rate in January 2025 stood at 3.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 52.1% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This marked improvement underscores the area’s continued position as a relatively safe built-up area within North East Derbyshire. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (37 cases, 52.1% of total), followed by vehicle crime (8 cases, 11.3%) and anti-social behaviour (7 cases, 9.9%). These figures align with the area’s character, where the dominance of violent crime may be influenced by local demographics and seasonal factors. The post-holiday period, reduced retail footfall, and shorter days in January likely contributed to the overall crime profile, with fewer opportunities for outdoor-related offences. Violent crime remained 32% below the UK average, a trend that may reflect the area’s lower population density and community-focused policing strategies. While vehicle crime and violence saw significant increases compared to the previous month, the broader context of sustained low rates against national benchmarks highlights the effectiveness of local initiatives in maintaining public safety. The dominance of violent crime over property crime contrasts with many UK areas, where property-related offences often dominate, suggesting that Dronfield’s crime profile is shaped by unique local dynamics such as community engagement and targeted interventions.

January 2025 saw a 166.7% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 3 to 8 incidents. This jump, though concerning, still kept the category 2% below the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences surged by 105.6%, climbing to 37 cases—though this category remained 32% below the UK average. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 75%, dropping from 4 to 1, a decline that may partly reflect seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during shorter winter days. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 22.2%, from 9 to 7, consistent with the post-holiday period and reduced retail footfall. For residents, the sharp rise in vehicle crime highlights the need for heightened awareness in parking areas, particularly given the area’s built-up character and potential for unsecured vehicles.

Dronfield’s crime rate in January 2025 rose to 3.4 per 1,000 residents, a 50.9% increase from the previous month’s 2.2 per 1,000. This shift, while notable, remains well below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day across 31 days, a figure that aligns with the low overall rate. When scaled to the population of 21,206, this translates to one reported crime for every 299 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure is significantly lower than the UK average, reflecting a broader trend of lower crime rates in this built-up area. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while the month-on-month increase is clear, the overall context remains one of relative safety compared to national benchmarks.