South Derbyshire Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

South Derbyshire's crime rate in May 2023 stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, 20% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This lower-than-average rate aligns with the district's character as a mix of rural and suburban areas, where community engagement and lower population density may contribute to reduced crime opportunities. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.6% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.8%) and public order offences (10.5%). These figures suggest that interpersonal conflicts and disruptions in public spaces remain key challenges, though their rates are lower than UK averages. Seasonal factors in May—such as longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising—likely influenced the crime profile, with public order offences rising slightly and anti-social behaviour remaining a persistent concern. However, the area's overall safety is reinforced by its performance in categories like burglary (35% below UK average) and shoplifting (59% below UK average), which may reflect effective local policing or community initiatives. The crime mix also highlights a shift in priorities for law enforcement, with property crimes (229 incidents) comprising a smaller share than violent crimes, a trend consistent with broader UK patterns but tempered by South Derbyshire's unique demographic and geographic context.

May 2023 saw a stark 600% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 1 to 7 incidents—a surge likely linked to warmer weather and longer evenings encouraging outdoor cycling. Theft from the person also doubled, with 6 reported cases, a jump that may reflect increased foot traffic in public areas during May's extended daylight hours. Conversely, robbery fell by 75%, dropping from 8 to 2 incidents, a decline that could be attributed to heightened police visibility during bank holidays or seasonal adjustments in criminal activity. While violent crimes remained the most common category (37.6% of total), they were 14% below the UK average, consistent with South Derbyshire's generally lower violent crime profile. Shoplifting and burglary were 59% and 35% below UK averages, respectively, suggesting effective local deterrents in retail and residential areas.

South Derbyshire's crime rate in May 2023 rose 13.7% from April's 5.6 per 1,000 to 6.4 per 1,000, marking a slight upward trend. This increase, while modest, contrasts with the area's consistent performance below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics reveal 24 reported crimes per day in May, a figure that, while low, reflects the district's relatively safe profile. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 156 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of crime in this area compared to the UK average. The population-scaled perspective shows that South Derbyshire's lower crime rate may be influenced by its mix of rural and suburban landscapes, where community cohesion and lower population density could contribute to reduced incidents. However, the rise in specific categories like bicycle theft and theft from the person suggests targeted vulnerabilities, such as increased outdoor activity during longer evenings, warranting closer attention to local hotspots.