Wingerworth Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

May 2023 marked a notable shift in Wingerworth's crime profile, with the overall crime rate rising to 3.5 per 1,000 residents—still 56.2% below the UK average of 8.0. This built-up area within North East Derbyshire experienced a distinct pattern of crime, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 46.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.4%) and criminal damage (11.5%). The seasonal context of May—characterised by longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributed to the higher proportion of violent and public order-related crimes. While the area’s crime rate remains significantly lower than the national average, the shift in crime types suggests a possible correlation with local social dynamics during this time of year. The relatively low property crime rate (7 incidents, or 26.9% of total crimes) contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically constitute a larger share. This could indicate a combination of effective local policing, community engagement, or the area’s built-up nature reducing opportunities for property-related offences. However, the seasonal increase in violent crime highlights the need for continued vigilance, particularly during late evenings and weekends when outdoor activity peaks. The data also reveals a marked absence of theft from the person, a category often associated with tourist areas or high-traffic zones, which may reflect Wingerworth’s more residential character.

The month-on-month analysis reveals a 52.8% increase in Wingerworth’s crime rate, rising from 2.3 per 1,000 in April to 3.5 per 1,000 in May. This upward trend is most pronounced in three categories: burglary (+100%), other theft (+100%), and other crime (+100%), all of which were previously unreported in the previous month. The absence of these crimes in April suggests a sudden spike, though no clear causal factors are evident in the data. Violence and sexual offences remain significantly below the UK average (42% lower), as do anti-social behaviour (62% lower) and public order offences (85% lower). However, the 'other crime' category—accounting for 7.7% of total crimes—exceeds the UK average by 114%, a figure that deserves closer attention. For residents, the increase in burglary is particularly noteworthy, as it represents the only property-related crime category to rise in May. This could signal a shift in criminal activity, though further data would be required to confirm whether this reflects a temporary anomaly or a broader trend. The decrease in public order offences by 50% (from 2 to 1) contrasts with the overall rise, suggesting that some areas of concern may have been temporarily mitigated.

Comparing May 2023 to April 2023, Wingerworth’s crime rate increased by 52.8%, reflecting a significant monthly fluctuation. This rise brings the area’s daily crime count to approximately 1 incident per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the volatility of crime trends in small built-up areas. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 286 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains far below the UK average, which typically sees one crime per 125 residents. The population context of 7,423 residents further highlights the relatively sparse distribution of crime in Wingerworth compared to larger urban centres. This disparity is particularly evident in categories like anti-social behaviour, where the area’s rate is 62% below the UK average, and public order offences, which are 85% below the national figure. These comparisons suggest that Wingerworth’s built-up nature and possibly its community-focused environment may act as deterrents to certain types of crime. However, the sharp increases in burglary, other theft, and other crime in May indicate vulnerabilities that could be exacerbated by seasonal factors such as longer evenings and increased social activity. Residents should be aware that while the overall rate remains low, the sudden emergence of these categories in May may require targeted local initiatives to address potential risk factors.