South Derbyshire Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

South Derbyshire’s overall crime rate in November 2023 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 30.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure reflects a marked divergence from national trends, particularly in categories like shoplifting, which occurred at 0.2 per 1,000 residents—64% below the UK average. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 41.4% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 12.2%. This stark concentration of violent crime contrasts with the UK-wide average, where violent offences typically constitute a smaller share of the total. Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns: November’s darker evenings and the proximity of Bonfire Night could have contributed to increased anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. Conversely, the sharp decline in shoplifting—despite the month’s Black Friday shopping activity—suggests effective retail security measures or a shift in criminal focus. The area’s lower-than-average rates for property crimes, including vehicle crime and burglary, may reflect a combination of rural geography and community policing efforts. However, the significant drop in shoplifting raises questions about whether this trend is sustainable or part of a broader seasonal fluctuation. As November’s data shows, South Derbyshire’s crime profile remains distinct, with violent crime dominating and property-related offences consistently below national levels.

Month-on-month analysis reveals notable shifts in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour rising by 36.4% (from 55 to 75 incidents) and criminal damage and arson increasing by 35% (from 40 to 54 cases). These increases may be linked to November’s darker evenings and the heightened activity around Bonfire Night, which can sometimes escalate public order disputes. In contrast, bicycle theft plummeted by 66.7% (from 3 to 1 incident), possibly due to seasonal changes in cycling activity or improved security measures. Other theft also rose by 10%. Violent crime rates in South Derbyshire remain 15% below the UK average, with 2.2 per 1,000 residents compared to the national rate of 2.6 per 1,000. This gap is particularly striking given the UK’s overall higher crime rates. For residents, the most immediately relevant data point is the 64% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average, suggesting that local retailers may have successfully mitigated theft risks. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour underscores the need for community-focused interventions during the winter months. The decrease in drug-related offences—down 30.8% (from 26 to 18 cases)—could indicate reduced demand or improved law enforcement strategies, though further analysis would be required to confirm this.

Comparing November 2023 to the previous month, South Derbyshire’s crime rate decreased by 2.2%, from 5.4 to 5.2 per 1,000 residents. This modest decline aligns with the area’s generally lower crime levels compared to the UK average but highlights the volatility of month-on-month fluctuations. On a daily basis, 21 crimes were reported in South Derbyshire during November, translating to roughly one crime for every 191 residents over the course of the month. While this figure is lower than the UK average, it remains a useful metric for residents assessing local risk. The population-scaled perspective reveals that South Derbyshire’s crime rate is significantly below national levels, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour contributing to this gap. However, the area’s lower-than-average rates for property crimes, such as vehicle crime and burglary, suggest a broader pattern of reduced criminal activity in certain categories. This contrast with the UK’s higher property crime rates may reflect South Derbyshire’s mix of rural and urban environments, where open spaces and community policing efforts could deter certain types of offences. While the monthly exposure statistic provides a clear snapshot of risk, it is essential to interpret it alongside the specific crime types that dominate the local landscape.