South Derbyshire Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The most unexpected development in South Derbyshire's crime profile in April 2025 was the 100% increase in robbery cases, a category that had previously reported zero incidents. This spike, occurring alongside a 61.5% rise in burglary and vehicle crime, contrasts with the overall crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents—16.9% below the UK average of 7.7. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.6% of all incidents, maintaining their position as the most prevalent category, though their rate (2.6 per 1,000) aligned precisely with the national average. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.9 per 1,000, was 32% below UK levels, a pattern consistent with South Derbyshire's historically lower rates for this category. The spring season, marked by Easter and increased outdoor activity, may have influenced these trends, though the absence of theft from the person incidents suggests a shift in criminal tactics. Property crimes, including shoplifting and vehicle crime, remained significantly below UK averages, with shoplifting at 39% below and vehicle crime only 5% above the national benchmark. This mix of trends highlights the combination of seasonal factors and local conditions in shaping crime patterns.

The most striking change in April 2025 was the 100% surge in robbery cases, with three incidents reported after none in March. This anomaly contrasts with the 61.5% increase in burglary and vehicle crime, both of which rose sharply despite typically lower seasonal demand for property crime. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 9%, a drop that may reflect the Easter holidays reducing usual patterns of public disturbance. South Derbyshire's violent crime rate (2.6 per 1,000) matched the UK average exactly, while anti-social behaviour remained 32% below national levels. The absence of theft from the person incidents—only two reported—suggests a potential shift in criminal focus away from immediate personal victimisation. These fluctuations underscore the need for targeted analysis of specific crime hotspots.

South Derbyshire's crime rate in April 2025 rose 10.8% from 5.7 to 6.4 per 1,000 residents compared to March 2025. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns during the spring season. Locally, 25 crimes were reported daily in April, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 157 residents, a ratio that highlights the relative safety of the area despite the upward trend. This monthly exposure rate is consistent with South Derbyshire's historical position as a low-crime region compared to the UK average. The population context—117,493 residents—means that individual risk remains low, but the increase from March suggests a need to monitor emerging trends in specific crime categories.