The question of how the crime rate in Overseal and Castle Gresley compares to Moira is a common one, and the answer is straightforward based on available data. Overseal and Castle Gresley, classified as a Built-Up Area (BUA) in South Derbyshire, currently have a crime rate of 56.5 incidents per 1,000 residents. In contrast, the nearby area of Moira has a significantly lower crime rate of just 31.9 incidents per 1,000 residents.
To put these figures into context, the national average crime rate for the United Kingdom is 91.6 per 1,000 people. Therefore, Overseal and Castle Gresley, while higher than Moira, still experience a lower crime rate than the UK average. Other nearby areas also present different figures: Linton (South Derbyshire) has a crime rate of 82.2 per 1,000, and Donisthorpe reports a rate of 40.9 per 1,000. Netherseal’s crime rate is 60.6 per 1,000.
Beyond the raw crime rate, the 'Safety Score' provides another perspective. Overseal and Castle Gresley have a safety score of 86 out of 100, which is considerably higher than the UK average of 79. This suggests a perception of relative safety within the area, despite the crime rate being higher than Moira's. It’s important to remember that safety scores are often based on subjective assessments and surveys, and may not perfectly align with objective crime statistics.
It’s also vital to consider the population sizes of each area. Overseal and Castle Gresley have a combined population of 4162, whereas Moira's population isn't provided in the data. Smaller populations can sometimes skew crime rate figures; a relatively small number of incidents can have a disproportionate impact on the rate per 1,000 residents. While these statistics offer a snapshot in time, crime patterns can fluctuate, and continued monitoring of local safety information is always advisable.