South Derbyshire Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

South Derbyshire's crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents in April 2024 marked a 31.2% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance, particularly notable given the Easter holiday period and spring weather, contrasts with the usual seasonal patterns seen in urban areas. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.6% of all recorded crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.8%) and criminal damage and arson (9.1%). These figures suggest a combination of local demographics and environmental factors, with the area's relatively low overall crime rate aligning with its character as a mix of rural and semi-rural communities. While the violence rate was 10% below the UK average, the sharp increase in bicycle theft—jumping from 1 to 3 incidents—raises questions about seasonal activity patterns. This unexpected rise in a category typically associated with urban centres may reflect increased outdoor recreation during the spring, or a shift in criminal focus during the Easter period. The data also reveals a consistent trend in anti-social behaviour being 43% below the UK average, possibly linked to the area's lower population density and community policing efforts. These findings highlight the importance of contextual analysis when interpreting crime statistics, as local factors can significantly influence patterns that might appear anomalous at first glance.

April 2024 saw a dramatic 200% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 1 to 3 incidents—a stark contrast to the area's overall low crime profile. This surge, while small in absolute terms, represents a significant shift in criminal activity patterns typically associated with urban centres. Concurrently, 'other crime' increased by 27.8% (18 to 23), and anti-social behaviour rose by 19.7% (71 to 85), suggesting potential seasonal pressures during the Easter holiday period. Violence and sexual offences remained 10% below the UK average at 2.3 per 1,000, a figure that aligns with the area's generally lower violent crime rates compared to major urban centres. The sharp decline in possession of weapons (57.1% drop from 7 to 3) and robbery (50% decrease from 2 to 1) may reflect temporary disruptions in criminal activity during the Easter period or increased police visibility. For residents, the daily crime count of 21 incidents—equivalent to roughly 3 crimes per hour—provides a tangible sense of local crime exposure, though this remains well below the UK average. The data also reveals that shoplifting rates are 70% below the UK average, a trend consistent with South Derbyshire's smaller retail footprint compared to major urban centres.

South Derbyshire's crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 in April 2024 represented a 3.8% increase from the previous month's 5.1 per 1,000.2% below the UK average. This monthly change, while statistically significant, is unlikely to indicate a long-term trend given the small absolute numbers involved. Over the course of the month, 1 crime was reported for every 190 residents—a figure that, while illustrative of local exposure, must be contextualised within the area's population structure. With 117,493 residents, the daily crime rate of 21 incidents translates to a 0.018% chance of any individual being directly affected by crime on a given day. This rate is lower than the UK average, reflecting the area's mix of rural and semi-rural communities where crime patterns differ from densely populated urban centres. The monthly exposure metric—1 crime per 190 residents—provides a useful benchmark for residents, though this is a monthly aggregate rather than a daily risk assessment. The population-scaled perspective reveals that South Derbyshire's crime profile remains distinct from national trends, with categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting showing particularly stark disparities from UK averages. These differences may be attributed to the area's lower population density, community policing strategies, and the absence of large-scale commercial or entertainment hubs that typically drive certain crime types.