Eckington Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Eckington (North East Derbyshire) recorded a crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents in June 2024, placing it 32.9% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This performance highlights the area’s relative safety compared to national trends, though specific crime types reveal nuanced patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 58.5% of all crimes, with 24 incidents reported—a figure that, while 16% above the UK average for this category, remains lower in absolute terms due to Eckington’s smaller population. Other theft and anti-social behaviour followed, with both categories significantly below UK averages. The seasonal context of June, marked by the start of summer and longer daylight hours, may influence these trends. For instance, the spike in violence and sexual offences could be linked to increased social activity in public spaces, while the decline in burglary may reflect the deterrent effect of daylight. Eckington’s crime profile suggests a balance between local factors, such as community engagement, and broader seasonal dynamics. The area’s lower property crime rate—9 incidents compared to 24 violent crimes—contrasts with UK-wide patterns, where property crimes typically dominate. This divergence may stem from Eckington’s built-up area characteristics, where residential density and community policing efforts contribute to lower property crime. The overall stability in crime rates from May to June indicates that local initiatives or environmental factors are maintaining consistency, though the rise in violent offences deserves closer attention in the coming months.

June 2024 saw a 71.4% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 14 to 24 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average for this category (2.8 per 1,000), suggests a shift in local dynamics that may relate to summer activities or increased social interactions. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 33.3%, dropping from 3 to 2 incidents—a trend consistent with seasonal patterns where warmer weather and longer days may deter certain types of crime. Other theft also rose by 33.3%, indicating a need for heightened awareness in areas prone to such offences. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences remained significantly below UK averages, with anti-social behaviour at 0.5 per 1,000 compared to the UK’s 1.4 per 1,000. This contrast may reflect Eckington’s community-focused environment, where local engagement and policing contribute to lower levels of disruptive behaviour.

Eckington's crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents in June 2024 remained unchanged from the previous month, reflecting a stable overall picture. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents relative to its population of 7,444. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 182 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime compared to national averages. This monthly exposure metric, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, highlights Eckington’s position as an area where residents are less likely to encounter crime than the national average. The consistency in the crime rate from May to June suggests that broader trends—such as seasonal factors or local policing efforts—are maintaining a steady equilibrium. This stability may reflect the area’s character as a smaller built-up area within North East Derbyshire, where community-focused policing and lower population density contribute to sustained low crime levels.