Killamarsh Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Killamarsh's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 49.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast reflects the area’s generally low crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 53.1% of all crimes, marking the most significant category. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences followed closely, each contributing 9.4% to the monthly tally. These figures align with Killamarsh’s character as a built-up area within North East Derbyshire, where community cohesion and limited commercial density historically contribute to lower crime rates. However, the seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students to local institutions and the transition into darker evenings—may influence patterns of antisocial behaviour and public order incidents. While the area remains safer than the national average, the dominance of violent crimes raises questions about local factors, such as community tensions or unmet needs in social services, that could contribute to this trend. The data underscores the importance of maintaining targeted interventions to address rising concerns without compromising the area’s overall safety.

September 2024 saw a sharp increase in burglary, with incidents tripling from 1 to 3 (+200%), alongside parallel rises in vehicle crime and 'other crime' categories, both doubling from 0 to 1 (+100%). This surge in property-related crimes contrasts with steep declines in anti-social behaviour (-70%) and criminal damage and arson (-50%), suggesting a shift in criminal activity towards more targeted, low-risk offences. Violence and sexual offences in Killamarsh remained 20% below the UK average (2.1 vs 2.6 per 1,000), while burglary rates exceeded the UK average by 29% (0.4 vs 0.3 per 1,000). These disparities highlight the area’s unique dynamics: while violent crime remains comparatively low, property crimes are higher than national benchmarks. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with higher foot traffic or unsecured properties, as the tripling of burglary cases indicates a potential vulnerability in local security measures. The absence of significant increases in theft from the person or vehicle crime—except for the latter’s modest 100% rise—suggests that most property-related crimes are concentrated in specific, possibly residential, contexts.

Killamarsh’s crime rate in September 2024 rose slightly to 3.9 per 1,000 from 3.8 per 1,000 in August, reflecting a 3.2% monthly increase. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 1 crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continued vigilance. When scaled to the population of 8,187, this translates to one reported crime for every 256 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that, while seemingly abstract, illustrates the relative rarity of criminal activity in this community. However, the 3.2% rise in the overall rate, albeit modest, signals a potential shift in criminal patterns that warrants attention. The area’s population-scaled perspective further contextualises these figures: for a resident, the likelihood of encountering crime remains exceptionally low compared to national standards, yet the recent uptick in property crimes may indicate evolving challenges. This contrast between Killamarsh’s generally safe environment and the specific vulnerabilities in property-related offences highlights the importance of balancing broad community safety with targeted measures to address emerging risks, particularly in sectors where crime rates have risen sharply.