Melbourne (South Derbyshire) Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a built-up area of 5,345 residents, 22 crimes were recorded in September 2024, equating to 4.1 crimes per 1,000 people—a rate 46.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This marks one of the lowest crime rates in the region for this period, with the area’s overall profile showing a distinct pattern. Anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.4% each of the total crimes, while property crimes remained minimal at just 2 incidents. Seasonal factors likely play a role in these figures: as September transitions into autumn, the return of students to local schools and universities may have contributed to increased anti-social behaviour, while the early evening curfew for young people—often enforced in smaller towns—may have tempered more severe violence. The low property crime rate is consistent with the area’s character as a largely residential built-up zone with limited commercial activity, though the absence of major retail hubs may also explain the minimal shoplifting or vehicle crime. The rate of violent crime in the area is 43% below the UK average, suggesting that local policing strategies or community cohesion efforts may be effective in mitigating such incidents. However, the data also reveals a concerning spike in drug-related crimes, which rose by 100% compared to August, though this remains a small proportion of the overall crime picture. These figures, when contextualised against the area’s population size and geographic profile, highlight both strengths and areas for continued vigilance in maintaining public safety.

September 2024 saw a 33.3% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 6 to 8 incidents, and a 100% jump in drug-related crimes, which moved from 0 to 1. This contrasted with a 27.3% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 11 to 8. The drop in violent crime aligns with the UK average for this category—2.6 per 1,000—though the local rate of 1.5 per 1,000 remains 43% below that benchmark. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour in the area is 28% higher than the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000, suggesting a localised challenge in managing public order. The sharp rise in drug-related crimes, though small in absolute terms, may warrant closer attention, particularly given the area’s proximity to larger urban centres where illicit drug activity is more prevalent. For residents, the daily crime count of approximately 1 incident per day provides a tangible reference point: over the course of a typical week, a resident would encounter roughly 7 reported crimes, though the vast majority are non-violent. This underscores the importance of community engagement and targeted interventions to address specific local issues while maintaining the overall low crime rate.

The crime rate in September 2024 (4.1 per 1,000) represents a 26.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.6 per 1,000, indicating a notable downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0.73 crimes per day, which, while relatively low, provides a concrete measure for residents to gauge their risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 243 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, which would be approximately 1 in 130 residents. This stark contrast highlights the area’s effectiveness in crime prevention, particularly in violent crime categories where the local rate is 43% below the national benchmark. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that, for a community of 5,345 people, the likelihood of experiencing a crime is comparatively minimal. However, the 100% increase in drug-related crimes and the 28% elevation in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average suggest that certain local factors—such as proximity to drug trafficking routes or unmet social needs—may require targeted addressing. These figures, when contextualised against the area’s size and demographic profile, demonstrate a nuanced picture of safety that balances overall success with specific challenges.