Hilton (South Derbyshire) Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hilton (South Derbyshire) recorded a total of 28 crimes in January 2024, translating to a crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 55.4% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a significantly safer environment than the national benchmark. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (35.7% of total crimes), followed by criminal damage and arson (14.3%), and then shoplifting, anti-social behaviour, and vehicle crime, each accounting for 10.7% of reported incidents. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping this profile, as January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to lower outdoor crime rates. However, the persistence of violent crimes at 1.2 per 1,000 — 54% below the UK average — suggests a unique local dynamic that may be influenced by the area's character as a built-up rural-urban interface, where community cohesion and limited nightlife could mitigate some forms of crime. The relatively low levels of property crime compared to violent crime also stand out, with property crimes making up only 39% of the total, compared to 61% for violent crimes. This contrast may be linked to Hilton's role as a commuter hub or its proximity to larger urban centres, where property crime is often more concentrated. Despite the overall low rate, the seasonal context of January — a post-holiday period with colder weather and fewer tourists — may have dampened certain crime trends. The data illustrates an area where community factors and geographic positioning appear to have a discernible impact on crime patterns, even in the face of national trends.

January 2024 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime experiencing a 200% increase from 1 to 3 incidents — the most substantial jump of any category. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in shoplifting (from 0 to 3) and a similar increase in 'other crime' (from 0 to 1), suggests a sudden uptick in opportunistic offences. These spikes occurred against a backdrop of notable declines, including a 66.7% reduction in anti-social behaviour (from 9 to 3) and a 50% drop in public order offences (from 4 to 2), which may reflect seasonal changes or targeted local interventions. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted, with property crimes accounting for 39% of the total (compared to 61% for violent crimes), a departure from previous months. Violence and sexual offences remained 54% below the UK average (1.2 vs 2.6 per 1,000), reinforcing Hilton's position as a relatively low-risk area for such crimes. The sharp increase in vehicle crime is particularly noteworthy, as Hilton's rate of 0.4 per 1,000 is 20% below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 — yet the absolute number of incidents tripled. This anomaly could be linked to local factors such as changes in parking patterns, increased vehicle theft in residential areas, or temporary disruptions in local security measures. For residents, the rise in vehicle crime highlights the importance of securing vehicles, especially in areas with limited surveillance or patrols.

The crime rate in Hilton (South Derbyshire) for January 2024 was 3.3 per 1,000 residents, a 37.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.4 per 1,000. This decline places Hilton's current rate well below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, with the gap widening significantly. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported every 31 days, equating to approximately one crime per day — a figure that, while low, underscores the sporadic nature of criminal activity in this built-up area. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime occurring for every 299 residents over the course of the month. This statistic, while abstract, offers a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime in a local context. Compared to the previous month, the drop in crime rate may be attributed to seasonal factors, including reduced foot traffic during January's colder weather and post-holiday lulls. However, the sharp increase in vehicle crime — despite Hilton's overall low rate — suggests that certain vulnerabilities persist, even in an area with a historically safer profile. The combination of a declining trend in overall crime and isolated spikes in specific categories highlights the need for nuanced local analysis, rather than a one-size-fits-all interpretation of the data.