Killamarsh Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Killamarsh’s July 2023 crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents places it 45.8% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000, a significant deviation that highlights the area’s relative safety. The crime profile reveals anti-social behaviour as the most prevalent category, accounting for 29.7% of all incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (18.9%) and public order offences (16.2%). These figures align with the area’s characteristics as a built-up region within North East Derbyshire, where community dynamics and local infrastructure may influence crime patterns. The summer season, with its peak tourism and outdoor events, likely contributed to the lower overall crime rate, as increased foot traffic and community engagement may deter criminal activity. However, the sharp contrast in specific categories—such as burglary, which is 82% above the UK average—suggests that while the area is safer overall, certain vulnerabilities persist. The UK average for burglary is 0.3 per 1,000, whereas Killamarsh recorded 0.6 per 1,000, indicating a need for targeted interventions. This anomaly may be linked to local housing stock or economic factors, though further analysis is required to confirm. Similarly, public order offences, though slightly above the UK average by 13%, could reflect the impact of seasonal events or transient populations. The overall data illustrates a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with Killamarsh’s crime picture shaped by its unique demographic and geographic context.

July 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns within Killamarsh, with other theft cases surging by 200% compared to the previous month, rising from one to three incidents. This increase, though small in absolute terms, signals a potential uptick in targeted thefts, possibly linked to seasonal activity or specific community events. Conversely, criminal damage and arson dropped by 75%, from four to one incident, a decline that may reflect the impact of local initiatives or seasonal changes in public behaviour. Violence and sexual offences also fell by 41.7%, from 12 to seven, aligning with broader trends observed during summer months when public spaces are more frequented but incidents of violent crime may be mitigated by increased community presence. Burglary, at 0.6 per 1,000 residents, stood 82% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, a stark contrast that raises questions about local vulnerabilities. This anomaly, combined with the relatively low overall crime rate, suggests that while Killamarsh remains safer than the UK average, targeted efforts may be needed to address specific crime types.

Killamarsh's July 2023 crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents marks a 7.6% decrease from the previous month's 4.9 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but consistent trend towards lower crime. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for ongoing community vigilance. When scaled to the population of 8,187, the monthly exposure translates to one crime for every 221 residents, a statistic that contextualises the rate in human terms. This comparison to the previous month’s rate, coupled with the population-scaled perspective, illustrates that while Killamarsh remains a relatively safe area, fluctuations in specific crime categories—such as the 82% increase in burglary above the UK average—warrant attention. The low daily crime count contrasts with the UK average, which is more than double, but the local context of a smaller, closely-knit community may contribute to this disparity. Understanding these figures in relation to population size and local dynamics helps residents and authorities gauge the effectiveness of existing crime prevention measures.