Woodville Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Woodville's crime profile in April 2025, accounting for 35.1% of the 37 total crimes reported. At 4.4 per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate is 42.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a consistent trend reflective of Woodville's built-up character within South Derbyshire. The seasonal context of April—marked by the Easter period, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—likely contributes to the prominence of violent crimes, which often escalate during times of heightened social interaction. While property crimes (14) and violent crimes (13) remain the two largest categories, the breakdown shows a distinct focus on personal safety issues, with violence and sexual offences surpassing property crimes by a narrow margin. This pattern may be influenced by the area's proximity to local amenities and the transient nature of some populations during Easter. The rate of violence and sexual offences (1.6 per 1,000) is 39% below the UK average, suggesting that Woodville's community structure or policing efforts may play a role in mitigating such incidents. The category of criminal damage and arson, however, exceeds the UK average by 23%, indicating a unique challenge in this area. This contrast between Woodville's overall low crime rate and specific category deviations highlights the combination of local factors, from the town's built-up environment to seasonal fluctuations in activity levels. The relatively low levels of burglary (2.7% of total crimes) and drug-related offences (2.7%) further underscore the area's distinct crime profile, which diverges from the national trend of higher property-related crimes.

April 2025 saw a dramatic 500% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from one incident to six. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in shoplifting and drug-related crimes, highlights a shift in the crime mix. Violent crimes, however, fell by 27.8% compared to March, with violence and sexual offences dropping from 18 to 13. The category of violence and sexual offences remains 39% below the UK average at 1.6 per 1,000, despite the decline. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson rose 23% above the UK average, a trend that contrasts with the overall lower crime rate in Woodville. Residents might find the 100% increase in shoplifting particularly notable, as it suggests a new pattern of retail-related crime emerging in the area.

Woodville's crime rate in April 2025 rose 23.3% compared to March, reaching 4.4 per 1,000 residents from 3.6 per 1,000. This increase, while notable, still places the area 42.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly one crime reported every day, a figure that offers context for daily life in the area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for approximately every 225 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents despite the upward trend. The population of 8,338 means that the 37 total crimes reported represent a small proportion of the community, though the rise in specific categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting suggests targeted areas of concern. This monthly exposure figure provides a tangible measure for residents to gauge the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily routines.