South Derbyshire Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

South Derbyshire's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, marking a 22% deficit compared to the UK average of 8.2. This places the area among the safer local authority districts in England and Wales. The crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences (40.3% of all incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.5%) and public order offences (9.4%). These figures contrast with the UK averages for the same categories, where violence and sexual offences were 6% higher, anti-social behaviour 21% higher, and public order offences only 2% higher. The seasonal context of June—a time when tourism begins in rural areas—may have influenced the 68.8% rise in shoplifting. The overall balance between violent and property crimes was skewed towards violence, with violent offences accounting for 40.3% of all incidents compared to 27.6% for property crimes (208 out of 752). This divergence from the UK's more evenly split profile could reflect local factors, such as the presence of educational institutions or the demographic makeup of the district. The relatively low rates of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and theft from the person (0.0 per 1,000) further underscore South Derbyshire's distinct crime picture, which appears to be shaped by a combination of community-focused policing and the area's rural-urban mix. As the summer season progresses, the interaction between increased foot traffic in public spaces and the district's existing crime prevention measures will likely remain a key area of interest.

June 2024 saw a striking 100% increase in robbery cases, rising from zero to four incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened activity during the summer season or isolated incidents in specific locations. Conversely, burglary rates fell sharply by 81.8%, dropping from 33 to 6 cases—a reduction that could be linked to increased police presence or seasonal factors such as longer daylight hours. The crime mix also shifted with shoplifting rising 68.8% to 54 cases, tied to the start of the tourist season in rural areas. Anti-social behaviour remained 21% below the UK average, and vehicle crime fell 33% compared to the national rate. These variations highlight how local dynamics—such as community engagement or event scheduling—can influence crime patterns. Residents may find the 25 daily crime figure useful for context, though the overall stability in rates suggests no urgent concerns.

South Derbyshire's crime rate in June 2024 remained stable at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, matching the rate recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant short-term shifts in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 25 crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the district's historical patterns of moderate activity. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 156 residents over the course of June, a ratio that places the area well below the UK average. This statistic, combined with the stable rate, indicates a relatively predictable crime environment. The population context further highlights that South Derbyshire's crime levels are low compared to the national picture, with property crimes and violent offences both falling significantly below UK averages. This suggests that local factors—such as community policing strategies or socio-economic conditions—may contribute to the area's consistently lower crime profile.