South Derbyshire Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

South Derbyshire's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 28.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This continued divergence from national trends highlights the area's unique safety profile, likely influenced by its character as a largely rural district with a mix of small towns and open countryside. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 42.7% of all crimes, though they still fell 12% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also contributed significantly to the overall crime picture, with both categories showing marked reductions compared to national benchmarks. The seasonal context of May, with its longer evenings and increased outdoor activity, may have influenced the rise in anti-social behaviour, though the overall trend remains one of improvement. Shoplifting and other thefts saw sharp declines, potentially reflecting the impact of targeted policing or community awareness campaigns during the month. These patterns suggest that South Derbyshire's relatively low crime rate is sustained through a combination of geographical factors, local initiatives, and the seasonal rhythms that shape community interactions in this part of the country.

May 2025 saw a notable shift in crime patterns, with shoplifting decreasing by 37.2% to 27 incidents, the lowest recorded figure for this category in the area. This decline, alongside a 43.1% drop in other theft cases, suggests potential success in local initiatives targeting retail crime or increased community vigilance during the month. Conversely, anti-social behaviour rose by 11.9% to 113 cases, consistent with the seasonal uptick in outdoor socialising and longer evenings typical of May. The 42.9% increase in possession of weapons, from 7 to 10 incidents, is a concerning outlier, though it remains below the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 42.7% of all crimes, but they still fell 12% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Residents may find the 70% reduction in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it represents one of the most significant monthly decreases in recent data trends.

South Derbyshire's crime rate in May 2025 fell to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.7% decline from the previous month's 6.4 per 1,000. This continued downward trend suggests sustained improvements in local safety, though seasonal factors may influence future patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 22 crimes per day in May, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 173 residents, highlighting the relatively low exposure to crime compared to national averages. With a population of 117,493, this monthly exposure figure underscores the area's position as a safer-than-average local authority, though fluctuations in specific crime types—such as the 42.9% rise in possession of weapons—warrant closer attention to emerging trends. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that South Derbyshire's overall crime rate remains 28.4% below the UK average, reinforcing the area's distinct safety profile relative to other parts of the country.