Crime Rate in Codnor and Waingroves: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Codnor and Waingroves

The total recorded crimes in Codnor and Waingroves, Amber Valley, UK in July 2025 are around 36 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Codnor and Waingroves crime rate of 8.78 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Codnor and Waingroves, encompassing approximately 4,098 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (26.67% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Codnor and Waingroves Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Needham Street with total crimes: 5
  • Hollywell Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Old Gate Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Codnor and Waingroves?

To understand the safety of Codnor and Waingroves, we need to analyze Codnor and Waingroves crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Amber Valley:

    • In 2024, Codnor and Waingroves demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Amber Valley average, with 349 crimes compared to 526.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Codnor and Waingroves recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 22 other areas in the Amber Valley.

    • In 2023, Codnor and Waingroves had fewer crimes than the Amber Valley average, with 372 crimes compared to 568. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Codnor and Waingroves recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 22 other areas in the Amber Valley.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Amber Valley, Codnor and Waingroves has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Codnor and Waingroves Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Codnor and Waingroves has recorded 36 crimes with crime rate of 8.78 ranking 13th out of 22 in the Amber Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Codnor and Waingroves crimes were 349. The crime rate of Codnor and Waingroves in 2024 was 85.15 (year) or 7.10 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Amber Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Codnor and Waingroves were around 372 crimes with yearly crime rate of 90.76 (year) or 7.56 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Amber Valley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Codnor and Waingroves)CrimesRank (Codnor and Waingroves)CrimesRank (Codnor and Waingroves)
Ripley143 11,595 11,630 1
Alfreton101 21,226 21,406 2
Heanor West93 4888 31,062 3
Somercotes100 3869 4934 5
Langley Mill and Aldercar58 6824 5958 4
Ironville and Riddings60 5607 8694 8
Heanor East45 11666 7785 6
Heanor and Loscoe51 9731 6716 7
Shipley Park, Horsley and Horsley Woodhouse56 7589 9539 9
Belper Central51 8518 11530 10
Ripley and Marehay46 10524 10483 11
Kilburn, Denby and Holbrook30 17398 13430 12
South West Parishes38 12483 12364 14
Wingfield36 14318 15333 15
Swanwick35 15306 16312 17
Belper South34 16290 17316 16
Belper East22 18189 18295 18
Duffield17 20156 20254 19
Heage and Ambergate18 19184 19242 20
Belper North15 21147 21195 21
Crich14 22121 22125 22
Alport10 23116 2385 23

Codnor and Waingroves Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 138 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202515
May 202512
April 20257
March 202510
February 20255
January 202517
December 20247
November 20246
October 202412
September 202418
August 202410

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 35 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20243
October 20248
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 41 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20254
April 20257
March 20252
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
October 20244
September 20246
August 20243

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
September 20241

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20242
October 20245
September 20246
August 20241

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20256
December 20242
November 20242
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
December 20243
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20254
February 20252
August 20241

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20242

High Crime Locations Codnor and Waingroves in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Codnor and Waingroves postcode area is presented below.

1. Needham Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
2. Hollywell Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
3. Old Gate Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Dalby Green Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Queen Street (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Church Street (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
7. Goose Lane (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
8. Nottingham Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Orchard Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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