Melbourne (South Derbyshire) Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Melbourne (South Derbyshire) reported 20 crimes in September 2025, translating to a crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents—50% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure places the area among the lowest in the country for overall crime, with violence and sexual offences (9 cases) accounting for 45% of all incidents. Other theft (3 cases) and anti-social behaviour (3 cases) followed, though the latter is 49% below the UK average. The low rate is consistent with the area’s status as a built-up district within a rural region, where community cohesion and limited urban density may reduce opportunities for crime. Seasonal factors, including the start of the academic year and shorter evenings, may have influenced patterns: violence and sexual offences are typically higher in months with increased social activity, but the rate here remains significantly below national benchmarks. Property crimes, including burglary and vehicle crime, are also well below the UK average, with burglary at 0.2 per 1,000 (29% below the UK rate) and vehicle crime at 0.2 per 1,000 (50% below). However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson (from 0 to 1 case) and drugs offences (from 1 to 2 cases) suggests emerging issues that may warrant closer monitoring. These spikes, though statistically small, could be linked to seasonal transitions, such as the shift from summer to autumn, which may see changes in local behaviour or increased use of public spaces. The overall picture illustrates a generally safe environment, but highlights the need for continued vigilance in addressing specific trends.

September saw a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson, drugs offences, and vehicle crime compared to August 2025. These spikes, though starting from zero or low base numbers, suggest emerging trends requiring attention. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, contributing 45% of all crimes, but this rate is 34% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Conversely, other theft (15% of total crimes) is 20% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, indicating a localised challenge in this category. The rise in vehicle crime may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased traffic during the back-to-school period or the start of university term, which could see more vehicles in the area. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or where vehicles are parked overnight.

In September 2025, Melbourne (South Derbyshire) recorded 20 crimes over 30 days, averaging roughly 1 crime per day. This equates to one reported crime for every 267 residents over the course of the month, a figure that places the area significantly below the UK average for both overall and specific crime categories. The rate rose 17.6% from the previous month’s 3.2 per 1,000, though the absolute number remains low given the area’s population of 5,345. Daily crime figures highlight the sporadic nature of incidents, with no single day exceeding two reported crimes. The 1-in-267 resident exposure rate underscores the relatively low risk for residents compared to the UK average, even as month-on-month increases in certain categories suggest shifting patterns. This low frequency aligns with the area’s character as a built-up area within a rural district, where limited urban density and strong community ties may contribute to reduced opportunities for crime.