Eckington Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Eckington’s overall crime rate in August 2023 stood at 5.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 27.2% below the UK average of 8.1. This figures reflect a consistently low crime profile for the area, which is a built-up part of North East Derbyshire. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (29.6% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (25.0%) and public order offences (11.4%). These figures suggest that interpersonal disputes and disruptions in public spaces remain significant concerns, though their rates are lower than national averages. Seasonal factors may play a role, as August is typically a peak holiday month, which could influence both crime patterns and local activity. For instance, the increase in public order offences may be linked to higher foot traffic or events during the summer. Meanwhile, the rate of violence and sexual offences is 32% below the UK average, indicating that Eckington may have effective community policing or social support systems in place. The relatively low burglary rate (0.7 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.3 per 1,000) is an anomaly, but the 106% above UK average figure may be due to a small number of incidents or specific local vulnerabilities. Overall, the data suggests a balance between manageable challenges and strengths in Eckington’s crime profile, shaped by its character as a smaller, built-up area within a larger rural region.

The most dramatic month-on-month change occurred in public order offences, which increased by 150% from 2 to 5 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with a 23.5% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 17 to 13 cases. Burglary also declined by 37.5%, dropping from 8 to 5, a trend that may reflect increased community vigilance or seasonal factors. Eckington’s rate for violence and sexual offences (1.8 per 1,000) is 32% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community initiatives. Conversely, anti-social behaviour in Eckington (1.5 per 1,000) is 4% above the UK average, highlighting a specific challenge. Residents may find the 150% increase in public order offences particularly noteworthy, as it indicates a shift in crime patterns that could require targeted interventions.

August 2023 saw Eckington’s crime rate drop to 5.9 per 1,000 residents, a 2.3% decrease from the previous month’s 6.1 per 1,000. This follows a pattern of slight declines in recent months, though the rate remains significantly below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 169 residents—a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents for local residents. On a daily basis, Eckington experienced approximately one crime per day, a rate that aligns with the area’s generally low crime profile. When compared to the UK average, Eckington’s crime rate is 27.2% lower, reflecting a combination of local factors such as community engagement and the area’s built-up nature, which may limit opportunities for certain types of crime. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while crime is present, its frequency is relatively low, offering reassurance to residents about the overall safety of the area.