Killamarsh Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

December 2024 in Killamarsh revealed a striking anomaly: a 100% surge in criminal damage and arson, a crime type typically subdued during the festive season. This unexpected spike, alongside a doubling of anti-social behaviour reports, challenges assumptions about seasonal crime patterns in the area. Killamarsh's overall crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000, 40.8% below the UK average, underscores its relative safety despite these localised increases. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 44.1% of total incidents, a figure that aligns with the area's demographic profile as a built-up district with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The seasonal context of December—dark evenings, Christmas shopping, and holiday-related absences—likely contributed to the rise in property crimes, though the absence of significant increases in burglary or theft suggests effective community vigilance. Killamarsh's violent crime rate remains 30% below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 1.8 per 1,000 compared to the national figure of 2.6 per 1,000. This contrast with the UK's higher rates of violent crime highlights Killamarsh's unique position within national crime trends, where its built-up character and community engagement appear to temper more severe incidents. The data also reveals that property crimes, though lower than the UK average, are driven by criminal damage rather than burglary, a pattern consistent with the area's limited retail presence and seasonal dynamics. As the year draws to a close, these findings invite further analysis of how local factors interact with broader national trends to shape Killamarsh's crime profile.

December 2024 witnessed a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson, with cases rising from three to six. This surge, coupled with a 100% jump in anti-social behaviour reports from zero to six, indicates a notable shift in local crime patterns. Vehicle crime also doubled from zero to two, marking a significant uptick. Despite these increases, Killamarsh's violent crime rate remains 30% below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 44.1% of total crimes. The area's property crime rate, while lower than the UK average, saw a 17.7% share, driven by criminal damage. These figures underscore a complex mix of local challenges and relative safety compared to national benchmarks. A resident might find the daily crime count of one per day useful for understanding the frequency of incidents in their community.

Killamarsh's crime rate in December 2024 rose 30.5% from the previous month's 3.2 per 1,000 to 4.2 per 1,000, reflecting a shift in local patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 241 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for residents. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime per day, a statistic that aligns with the low overall rate compared to the UK average. This local context contrasts with broader national trends, where Killamarsh's crime profile remains significantly below the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the absolute number of crimes is low, the month-on-month increase suggests a need for continued monitoring of emerging patterns. These figures, when viewed alongside the area's character as a built-up district within North East Derbyshire, highlight the interplay between seasonal factors and local dynamics.