North Wingfield and Holmewood Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

North Wingfield and Holmewood's crime rate of 9.4 per 1,000 in September 2024 places it 22.1% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, highlighting a significant deviation from national trends. This built-up area within North East Derbyshire faces a starkly different crime profile compared to the UK, where violent crimes dominate. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 55.9% of all reported crimes, with 52 incidents recorded—102% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This surge in violent crime aligns with September's seasonal rhythm, as back-to-school and university freshers activities may contribute to heightened social interactions and potential conflicts. Anti-social behaviour, at 17 cases (18.3% of total), also exceeded the UK average by 45%, suggesting persistent community tensions or unmet local needs. The area's crime mix contrasts sharply with the UK's broader distribution, where property crimes often lead. While public order and criminal damage offences fell below UK averages, the violent crime spike underscores a pressing challenge for local authorities. Seasonal factors, such as the transition from summer to autumn, may amplify existing vulnerabilities, particularly in areas with high youth populations or transient communities. This data illustrates an area where targeted interventions—such as youth engagement programmes or improved street lighting—could mitigate risks during peak activity periods.

September 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with three categories experiencing 100% increases compared to August: drugs, robbery, and vehicle crime. These jumps—from zero to one and two incidents respectively—suggest new dynamics at play, possibly linked to seasonal transitions or emerging local issues. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 58.3%, and public order offences dropped by 54.5%, reflecting a potential reduction in public disturbances or successful community policing efforts. The area's violent crime rate remains high: violence and sexual offences (5.3 per 1,000) are 102% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.7 per 1,000) is 45% above. This stark contrast with UK-wide trends, where property crimes often dominate, indicates a unique local challenge. A resident might find the 100% increase in drugs-related incidents particularly concerning, as it signals a potential rise in illicit activity that could impact community safety. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and other thefts fell significantly below UK averages, suggesting that specific local factors—such as effective parking management or reduced opportunities for theft—may be protecting these categories.

The crime rate in North Wingfield and Holmewood rose 8.2% from August 2024 (8.7 per 1,000) to September's 9.4 per 1,000, indicating a persistent upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day in September—a figure that, while modest, represents a tangible presence for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 106 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 9,880. This rate is higher than the UK average, where the national monthly exposure would be lower given the broader population base. The 22.1% gap between the area's rate and the UK average suggests systemic factors at play, such as demographic characteristics or local policing strategies. While the area's population is small enough for individual incidents to have a visible impact, the 8.2% month-on-month increase implies that underlying issues—such as socioeconomic challenges or community fragmentation—may be intensifying. Residents may perceive this as a growing concern, particularly given the dominance of violent crimes and the recent spikes in drugs-related incidents. The comparison with the UK highlights a need for targeted interventions that address the specific drivers of crime in this built-up area.