North East Derbyshire Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

North East Derbyshire recorded 617 crimes in February 2024, translating to a crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents—a figure 18.3% below the UK average of 7.1. This performance places the area in a relatively safer position nationally. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 37.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (25.9%) and public order offences (7.8%). The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributes to patterns observed, such as the sharp drop in criminal damage and arson (39.2% decrease from the previous month). However, the surge in anti-social behaviour (190.9% increase) suggests other dynamics at play, possibly linked to social or environmental factors. The area’s violent crime rate (2.2 per 1,000) is 12% below the UK average, indicating effective policing or community initiatives in this category. Conversely, anti-social behaviour’s 43% above-average rate highlights a pressing need for targeted interventions. The mix of crime types reflects a blend of local-specific issues and broader national trends, with property crimes remaining lower than the UK average. As the area moves into spring, the interplay between seasonal changes and ongoing local efforts will be critical in shaping future crime patterns.

February 2024 saw a dramatic surge in anti-social behaviour, with incidents rising by 190.9% to 160 cases—a stark contrast to the previous month’s 55. This increase, though unexplained by the data, may partly reflect seasonal factors or unaddressed community tensions. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell sharply by 39.2%, from 74 to 45, suggesting a possible seasonal lull in property-related offences. Bicycle theft doubled from zero to one incident, an anomaly that may point to isolated incidents or data collection quirks. The area’s violent crime rate (2.2 per 1,000) remains 12% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.5 per 1,000) is 43% above, illustrating a complex mix of local challenges. Residents may find the 16.5% month-on-month increase in overall crime rate a useful metric for tracking local trends.

North East Derbyshire's crime rate in February 2024 rose by 16.5% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.0 to 5.8 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects shifts in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 21 crimes per day over the 29-day period, highlighting the persistent nature of criminal activity even during winter months. When scaled to the local population of 106,646, this equates to one reported crime for every 173 residents over the course of the month—a figure that, while lower than the UK average, underscores the need for sustained community engagement. The monthly exposure statistic reveals that residents face a relatively low risk of being directly affected by crime, a contrast to areas with higher rates. This context is crucial for understanding the balance between local efforts and national trends, particularly as the area transitions into spring.