Hilton Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Hilton (South Derbyshire) during June 2023, accounting for 40.6% of the 32 reported crimes. This category alone recorded 13 incidents, a rate of 1.6 per 1,000 residents — 45% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. The overall crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents places Hilton significantly below the national average of 8.5 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s relatively low risk profile. This performance aligns with broader trends in the UK, where violent crime has seen consistent declines in recent years, though local factors may amplify or temper these national patterns. The breakdown of crimes reveals that property-related offences, such as vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour, accounted for 28.1% of the total, with vehicle crime at 0.4 per 1,000 and anti-social behaviour at 0.5 per 1,000. These figures suggest a focus on property protection as a key area for community attention, though the overall low rate of such crimes reinforces Hilton’s safety credentials. Seasonal context also plays a role: the start of summer, longer daylight hours, and reduced tourism activity in this rural area may have contributed to the decline in certain crime types. However, the persistence of violence and sexual offences as the leading category underscores the need for targeted interventions in this area. The low rate of violent crime, combined with the broader decline in overall crime, indicates a generally safe environment for residents, though the absolute number of incidents still requires monitoring. This data suggests that Hilton’s crime profile is shaped by its rural character, with fewer high-traffic areas and a community-focused approach to policing that may contribute to the sustained low crime rates.

June 2023 saw a sharp increase in shoplifting and other crime, both rising by 100% compared to May. This surge, though small in absolute terms (one incident each), contrasts with declines in other categories. Public order offences fell by 50% to four incidents, likely reflecting the start of summer and reduced incidents of alcohol-fuelled disputes. Violent crime also decreased by 23.5%, from 17 to 13 incidents, a drop that may be linked to seasonal factors such as warmer weather and increased daylight reducing opportunities for certain crimes. Violence and sexual offences remain the dominant category, with 13 incidents (1.6 per 1,000) — 45% below the UK average. This category’s lower-than-average rate is consistent with Hilton’s overall profile, though the absolute number of violent incidents still requires attention. For residents, the daily crime rate of one incident per day provides a tangible measure of risk, though the overall low rate suggests the area remains safer than the UK average in this regard. The decline in public order offences may also be influenced by the transition into summer, with fewer late-night gatherings in local venues. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns and the potential impact of seasonal changes on community safety.

June 2023 marked a significant reduction in the crime rate for Hilton (South Derbyshire), declining by 23.8% compared to May 2023, from 5.0 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. This drop aligns with a broader trend of reduced violent crime, which fell by 23.5% to 13 incidents. Locally, this translates to roughly one crime reported per day over the 30-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for approximately every 262 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national averages. While this statistic does not account for unreported incidents, it provides a concrete measure of the frequency of crimes experienced by the population. The drop in violent crime may partly explain the overall rate’s decline, though seasonal factors such as longer daylight hours and the start of summer could also contribute to reduced opportunities for certain types of crime. The population context further highlights that Hilton’s crime rate remains significantly below the UK average, with 8376 residents facing a much lower risk of encountering crime than the national average. This sustained performance suggests a combination of community resilience and effective policing strategies, though further analysis would be needed to confirm specific contributing factors.