Woodville Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

August 2024 marked a combination of rising and falling crime trends in Woodville, a built-up area within South Derbyshire. The overall crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents placed the area 6.1% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, reflecting a generally safer profile compared to national benchmarks. However, the distribution of crime types revealed concerning patterns, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 40.6% of all incidents—significantly higher than the UK average for this category. Other theft emerged as the second most prevalent crime type, contributing 17.2% of total incidents and surging 128% above the UK average. These figures may be partly explained by August's role as a peak holiday month, when tourism and empty homes could create vulnerabilities for property crimes. Anti-social behaviour. from July, remained below the UK average by 31%, suggesting local initiatives may have had a mitigating effect. The seasonal context of August—characterised by increased visitor numbers and summer-related activity—likely contributes to the observed shifts in crime patterns. While Woodville's overall rate remains lower than national averages, the sharp rise in other thefts and violent crimes demands attention, particularly in light of the area's built-up character and potential exposure to transient populations.

August 2024 witnessed a staggering 450% increase in other theft cases, rising from 2 to 11 incidents. This sharp spike, coupled with a 100% rise in theft from the person, signals a troubling shift in criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences also climbed by 23.8%, reaching 26 cases—15% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour cases decreased by 11.1%, reflecting a minor positive trend. The surge in other thefts, which are 128% above the UK average, may be linked to August's peak holiday season, when empty homes and increased foot traffic could create opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates fell 72% below the UK average, suggesting effective local deterrents or seasonal changes in retail activity. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas where other thefts have surged, as this represents a significant departure from previous patterns.

Woodville's crime rate in August 2024 rose 6.7% from July's 7.2 per 1,000 to 7.7 per 1,000, marking a slight upward trend despite remaining 6.1% below the UK average. Daily crime figures show 2 incidents reported each day in August, a consistent rhythm that aligns with the area's built-up character and local routines. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 130 residents experienced a reported crime, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the community. While this monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, the increase from July suggests heightened activity in certain crime categories. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Woodville's crime profile, though generally lower than national benchmarks, requires vigilance in areas showing month-on-month growth. This rate is particularly notable given the area's status as a built-up district within South Derbyshire, where urban density typically correlates with higher crime visibility.