North Wingfield and Holmewood Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate North Wingfield and Holmewood’s crime profile in December 2025, accounting for 36.1% of all reported crimes. At 26 cases, this category alone exceeds the UK average by 1%, reflecting a persistent challenge in this built-up area of North East Derbyshire. The overall crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 residents places the area 4.3% above the UK average, a marginal but notable discrepancy. Anti-social behaviour and other theft follow closely, contributing 12.5% and 9.7% respectively to the total. The seasonal context of December—marked by dark evenings, empty homes during the festive season, and the peak of Christmas shopping—likely amplifies certain crime patterns. For instance, the surge in public order offences (now 59% above the UK average) may be linked to increased social gatherings and the strain of holiday festivities on local resources. Conversely, the decline in shoplifting (30% below the UK average) could suggest that heightened police presence or community initiatives have temporarily curbed such incidents. While the area’s crime rate remains within a manageable range compared to larger urban centres, the dominance of violent crime underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or vulnerable populations. The interplay between seasonal factors and local demographics will continue to shape crime trends in the coming months.

December 2025 saw a dramatic 600% increase in public order offences, rising from 1 to 7 incidents—a stark shift from previous months. This category, which includes disorderly conduct and anti-social behaviour, is now 59% above the UK average, highlighting a localised spike in incidents during the festive period. Meanwhile, shoplifting rose by 100% (from 0 to 4 cases), a notable contrast to its 30% deficit against the UK average in other months. This duality—sharp increases in public order issues alongside a drop in shoplifting—suggests a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. The decline in violence and sexual offences (down 27.8% to 26 cases) may be linked to the holiday season’s influence. For residents, the most immediate concern is the surge in public order crimes, which could indicate a need for heightened community vigilance during peak festive periods.

North Wingfield and Holmewood’s crime rate in December 2025 (7.3 per 1,000) reflects an 8.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a local trend observed over the past year, where seasonal shifts and community-focused initiatives may have contributed to reduced incidents. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 2 crimes reported each day in December, a figure that remains consistent with typical patterns for this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 137 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is slightly higher than the UK average but not statistically significant when considered in the context of local demographics. The population of 9,880 means that each resident faces a 0.73% chance of being directly involved in a crime during the month, a proportion that is manageable compared to larger urban centres. While the rate remains above the UK average, the month-on-month drop suggests that targeted policing or community engagement efforts may have had a measurable impact from the data alone.