Hilton Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Hilton (South Derbyshire) recorded a crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents, 47.7% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure underscores a stark contrast between the area’s crime profile and the national average, with violent crimes accounting for 55.3% of all incidents—significantly higher than the UK average of around 30% for violent crime. Property crimes, meanwhile, constituted 21.1% of total incidents, a share that is lower than the UK average. This imbalance in crime types may be attributed to the area’s built-up character, which includes a mix of residential and commercial zones, and its seasonal dynamics during July. The summer months, marked by school holidays, tourism, and festivals, likely contribute to increased social interactions and gatherings, which may amplify opportunities for violent crimes while simultaneously fostering informal surveillance through heightened community presence. However, the lower proportion of property crimes could reflect the area’s limited retail density compared to larger urban centres, which often see higher rates of shoplifting and burglary. Additionally, the absence of major nightlife infrastructure may reduce opportunities for alcohol-related violence, though the prominence of violent crimes suggests that other factors, such as local demographics or policing strategies, may play a role. Seasonal patterns in July—such as the influx of visitors and the associated increase in outdoor events—may further complicate the relationship between crime types and environmental factors. While the overall crime rate remains low, the disproportionate prevalence of violent incidents highlights the need for targeted interventions to address underlying risk factors, such as community tensions or unmet social needs.

July 2025 saw a 19.2% decrease in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 26 to 21 incidents, a shift that contrasts with the 100% increase in other theft (from 2 to 4 cases). This divergence in trends suggests a combination of localized crime prevention efforts and seasonal factors, such as the timing of festivals and increased community presence. The violent crime share (55.3%) far outweighs property crimes (21.1%), a balance that diverges from the UK average where violent crime typically constitutes around 30% of all incidents. This dominance of violent crime may be influenced by the area’s built-up nature and summer-specific dynamics, such as increased social gatherings during festivals. Anti-social behaviour also fell sharply by 33.3%, from 12 to 8 cases, a decline that aligns with the UK-wide trend of reduced anti-social behaviour during peak tourist months. However, the 18% gap between Hilton’s violence rate (2.5 per 1,000) and the UK average (3.0 per 1,000) indicates a local resilience to violent crime that merits further exploration. Residents may find the 100% increase in other theft particularly noteworthy, as it highlights a specific vulnerability in the area’s security landscape during the summer months.

The crime rate in Hilton for July 2025 (4.5 per 1,000 residents) reflects a marked improvement from June’s rate of 6.7 per 1,000, a 32.1% decrease that suggests a sustained trend of declining incidents. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately one reported crime per day, a figure that underscores the area’s relatively low crime density compared to larger urban centres where daily rates often surpass three. When scaled to the local population of 8,376, the monthly exposure translates to one crime for every 220 residents, a statistic that contextualises the risk in terms of personal probability. This monthly aggregate highlights that, despite the presence of violent crimes, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average. The built-up nature of Hilton, which includes a mix of residential and commercial zones, may also play a role in moderating crime, as open spaces and visibility can deter certain types of criminal activity. The consistency of this decline could be influenced by factors such as increased community engagement during summer festivals, improved policing strategies, or the area’s limited nightlife infrastructure, which may reduce opportunities for alcohol-fuelled incidents. However, the persistence of violent crimes at 55.3% of all incidents suggests that targeted interventions may still be necessary to address underlying risk factors.