Dronfield Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Dronfield's January 2026 crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 — 63.2% below the UK average — reflects a resilient safety profile for this built-up area in North East Derbyshire. The most common crime category, violence and sexual offences, accounted for 34% of all incidents, yet remains 64% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be partly explained by the area's relatively stable community dynamics and lower population density compared to major urban centres. Shoplifting, the second most frequent crime type (28.3% share), exceeded the UK average by 23%, though the 15 recorded incidents represent a manageable proportion of the local retail environment. The seasonal context of January — with shorter days and post-holiday retail quietude — likely contributes to the overall reduction in crime, as outdoor and commercial activity declines. This pattern is consistent with other built-up areas where reduced footfall during winter months correlates with lower theft and public order offences. However, the presence of 18 violent crimes in a population of 21,206 highlights the need for continued focus on community safety initiatives, particularly in areas with higher concentrations of public spaces. The crime mix also shows a notable absence of anti-social behaviour, which was 89% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement strategies. These figures underscore Dronfield's position as a relatively safe area, though the small number of incidents that do occur necessitate ongoing vigilance and targeted interventions.

January 2026 saw notable declines in several crime categories, with anti-social behaviour dropping 62.5% (from 8 to 3 incidents) and other crime falling 75% (from 4 to 1). These decreases align with seasonal patterns, as post-holiday periods typically see reduced public gatherings and retail activity. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 34% of all crimes — 64% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. However, shoplifting rates rose 23% above the UK average, despite a 28.6% drop in overall numbers (from 7 to 5 incidents). This anomaly may reflect targeted retail strategies or shifts in criminal focus during January's reduced footfall. The most dramatic increases occurred in burglary and criminal damage, both doubling to 4 incidents — though these remain 29% and 58% below UK averages respectively. Residents may find the 100% rise in theft from the person (from 0 to 1 incident) particularly noteworthy, though the single occurrence is unlikely to signal a broader trend.

Dronfield's crime rate in January 2026 fell by 30.2% compared to the previous month's 3.6 per 1,000, marking a sustained downward trend. At 2.5 per 1,000, this places the area among the safest in the UK, with residents facing a 1-in-400 chance of a reported crime over the course of the month. Daily crime figures show an average of 2 incidents per day across 31 days, a manageable frequency by local standards. This low level of activity contrasts sharply with the UK average, where residents experience a crime roughly every 150 days. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the area's safety: with 21,206 residents, the 53 reported crimes represent a manageable proportion of the community. While January's shorter days and post-holiday retail quietude may contribute to lower crime rates, the consistent trend suggests broader factors at play, such as community engagement or policing effectiveness. These metrics offer reassurance to residents, though vigilance remains necessary for the small number of incidents that do occur.