Killamarsh Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Killamarsh's August 2024 crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents places it 53.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, a figure that underscores the area's relatively safe environment. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (35.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (32.3%) and criminal damage and arson (12.9%). This distribution reflects a pattern where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder dominate, but property-related crimes remain at historically low levels. The seasonal context of August—often a peak holiday month—may have influenced crime patterns, with increased tourism potentially contributing to the 100% rise in theft from the person. However, the area's overall low crime rate contrasts with national trends, particularly in violent crime, where Killamarsh's rate of 1.3 per 1,000 is 52% below the UK average. This divergence may be attributed to Killamarsh's character as a small, built-up area within North East Derbyshire, where community cohesion and local policing strategies likely play a role in maintaining safety. The low prevalence of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) further suggests that factors such as secure housing and minimal transient populations may be at work. While the rise in criminal damage and arson could be linked to August's summer conditions, the overall trend remains one of sustained safety, with crime rates continuing to decline from the previous month.

August 2024 saw a notable 75% decrease in burglary cases, dropping from four to one, a shift that may reflect heightened security measures or seasonal changes in property occupancy. Conversely, criminal damage and arson cases doubled, rising from two to four—an increase that could be linked to August's peak holiday season, when empty homes may be more vulnerable. Theft from the person also saw a 100% rise, though this remains a rare occurrence given the overall low crime rate. Violent crimes, while still the most common category (35.5% of total), remain 52% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, illustrating a stark contrast to national trends. The dominance of anti-social behaviour (32.3% of all crimes) highlights a local pattern that diverges from the UK average, where such incidents account for 1.4 per 1,000. These shifts in crime mix suggest that while violent crime remains a focus, property-related offences are fluctuating in response to seasonal and environmental factors.

Killamarsh's August 2024 crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents represents an 11.4% decrease from the previous month's 4.3 per 1,000, marking a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the low overall rate within the local population. When scaled to the town's 8,187 residents, this translates to one reported crime for every 264 residents over the course of the month, a statistic that highlights the relatively sparse nature of criminal activity. This monthly exposure rate, while modest, remains a useful benchmark for residents to gauge their personal risk. The population-scaled perspective further underscores the area's safety profile, with crime levels far below the UK average. The consistency in low crime figures, even during August's peak holiday season, suggests that local factors—such as community engagement or police presence—may be contributing to this trend, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such hypotheses.