Eckington (North East Derbyshire) Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Eckington's November 2023 crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents marked a 10.7% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a figure that places the area among the safer built-up regions in the country. This overall performance was driven by several categories that significantly deviated from the UK average. 'Other crime' saw a 131% surge above the national benchmark, a stark anomaly that warrants close examination. This category's elevation contrasts sharply with the 31% deficit in violence and sexual offences, which were 26% of total crimes and 2.6 per 1,000, compared to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The area's most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (26%), followed by anti-social behaviour (14%) and criminal damage and arson (14%). These figures may be influenced by the seasonal context of November, which includes Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, events that could either heighten tensions or, in the case of shoplifting, see a reduction as observed in the data (a 50% drop from 2 to 1 incident). The interplay of these factors, combined with the built-up nature of Eckington, likely contributes to the observed crime profile, which remains lower than the UK average but features unique spikes in certain categories.

November 2023 saw a marked shift in crime patterns, with three categories experiencing significant changes. Burglary, for instance, doubled from 2 to 4 incidents, a 100% increase that may partly explain the broader property crime trend. Similarly, possession of weapons rose sharply from 0 to 1, reflecting a 100% jump that could signal emerging issues requiring attention. In contrast, public order offences fell by 72.7%, from 11 to 3, a decline consistent with the seasonal context of shorter evenings and fewer public gatherings. Violence and sexual offences also saw a 50% decrease, from 26 to 13, linked to the reduced visibility of certain activities during darker winter nights. 'Other crime' emerged as a standout category, with rates 131% above the UK average, highlighting a unique challenge in this built-up area. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of local crime and the need for ongoing monitoring.

Eckington's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 6.7 per 1,000 residents, a 26.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.1. This decline aligns with the broader trend observed in many built-up areas during late autumn, where reduced foot traffic and seasonal events may dampen opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the persistent nature of localised incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 149 residents, a statistic that contextualises the frequency of crime within the community. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable when compared to the UK average, which typically sees higher rates in similar-sized built-up areas. The population of 7,444 further underscores the significance of these figures, as the relatively low crime rate suggests a level of community resilience or effective local policing strategies that may be worth examining further.