Melbourne (South Derbyshire) Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2023, Melbourne (South Derbyshire) maintained a crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents—59% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relatively low exposure to crime, a pattern consistent with its status as a built-up area within South Derbyshire, where urban density is limited. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.3% of all incidents. This category remains 60% below the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area’s smaller population and lower levels of social deprivation. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 22.2% of crimes, with a 44% gap below the UK average. These statistics suggest that the area’s crime profile is shaped by its rural-adjacent character, where community cohesion and limited commercial activity may reduce opportunities for certain offences. Seasonal factors also appear to play a role: July, a peak summer month with schools out and tourism at its height, typically sees higher foot traffic and outdoor activity. However, the overall crime rate in Melbourne remained stable, with no significant spikes in property crimes or theft from the person. The breakdown of crimes further reveals that criminal damage and arson, though fewer in number, were 6% below the UK average. This could indicate effective local enforcement or a lower incidence of vandalism in residential areas. The data underscores the need for continued monitoring of vehicle crime, which saw a sharp 100% increase in July, though it remains below the UK benchmark. As the area transitions into the summer months, residents should remain vigilant, particularly around unattended vehicles and public spaces.

July 2023 marked a 100% increase in vehicle crime, with two incidents reported compared to none in June. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, suggests a potential vulnerability in local vehicle security measures during the summer months. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 83.3%, from six to one incident, indicating a possible reduction in alcohol-related disputes or public disturbances during the peak holiday season. Other theft and shoplifting both decreased by 50%, though these categories remain significantly below UK averages (70% and 67% respectively). The dominance of violence and sexual offences—accounting for 33.3% of all crimes—contrasts with the UK average, where such crimes are 60% higher. This discrepancy may reflect the area’s demographic profile, with lower population density reducing opportunities for certain types of crime.

Melbourne (South Derbyshire) recorded a crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 in July 2023, a 39.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the broader trend of reduced crime activity in the area over recent months. On a daily basis, the local average for July was approximately one crime per day, reflecting the relatively low overall crime levels in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 5,345 residents, this equates to roughly one reported crime for every 297 residents over the course of the month. While this figure is significantly lower than the UK average, it underscores the importance of local context: a small, tightly knit community with limited urban density may naturally experience fewer crimes than larger, more densely populated areas. The reduction in crime also suggests that seasonal factors—such as the summer holiday period—may have contributed to fewer incidents.