South Derbyshire Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

South Derbyshire’s crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 in June 2025 places it 27.2% below the UK average of 8.1, a significant gap that reflects the area’s rural character and lower population density. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.6% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.7%) and criminal damage and arson (8.6%). These figures align with patterns often seen in rural and semi-rural areas, where personal and property crimes dominate over more urban-specific issues like drug-related offences. The seasonal context of June—the start of summer—likely contributes to the prevalence of violent crimes, as longer evenings and increased outdoor activity may heighten opportunities for incidents. However, the area’s crime profile also shows marked underperformance in categories like shoplifting and vehicle crime, which are 52% and 46% below the UK average respectively. This may be partly explained by the lower retail and commercial presence typical of rural regions, reducing targets for such crimes. The stability in overall crime rates compared to May, with a 1.0% increase, suggests no major disruptions to local crime trends during the month. South Derbyshire’s data, therefore, illustrates a relatively safe area with crime patterns shaped by its geographic and demographic profile.

June 2025 saw a sharp 150% increase in theft from the person, rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This jump, though small in absolute terms, highlights a specific vulnerability in personal safety. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 52.3%, falling from 44 to 21, a decrease that may reflect seasonal patterns or improved security measures. The breakdown of crime types reveals South Derbyshire’s violent crime rate (2.6 per 1,000) is 9% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s lower population density and reduced urban activity. Anti-social behaviour also remained 37% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or social cohesion. For residents, the sharp rise in theft from the person underscores the importance of personal vigilance during the summer months.

South Derbyshire’s crime rate in June 2025 remained stable compared to May, with a 1.0% increase from 5.8 to 5.9 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major spikes or dips in overall crime during the month. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 23 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents in local communities. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 171 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. This figure, when considered alongside South Derbyshire’s population of 117,493, illustrates a relatively low risk of encountering crime compared to other parts of the country. The stability in crime rates aligns with the area’s generally rural character, where lower population density may contribute to reduced opportunities for certain types of crime.