Crime Rate in Old Whittington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Old Whittington

The total recorded crimes in Old Whittington, Chesterfield, UK in March 2025 are around 47 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Old Whittington crime rate of 10.13 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 Old Whittington, encompassing approximately 4,637 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (-15.79% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
Old Whittington Crime Hotspots

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

  • Old Bakery Close with total crimes: 9
  • Mary Ann Street with total crimes: 4
  • Danby Avenue with total crimes: 4

How safe is Old Whittington?

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

  • Relative to Chesterfield:

    • In 2024, Old Whittington demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chesterfield average, with 519 crimes compared to 697.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Old Whittington recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 18 other cities.

    • In 2023, Old Whittington had fewer crimes than the Chesterfield average, with 513 crimes compared to 726. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Old Whittington recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 18 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chesterfield, Old Whittington has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Old Whittington Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Old Whittington has recorded 47 crimes with crime rate of 10.13 ranking 11th out of 18 in the Chesterfield, UK

In 2024, the total Old Whittington crimes were 519. The crime rate of Old Whittington in 2024 was 111.91 (year) or 9.33 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Chesterfield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Old Whittington were around 513 crimes with yearly crime rate of 110.62 (year) or 9.22 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Chesterfield.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chesterfield)CrimesRank (Chesterfield)CrimesRank (Chesterfield)
St Leonard's288 13,301 13,117 1
Dunston87 4958 21,066 2
Middlecroft and Poolsbrook117 2835 4944 4
Rother97 3844 31,056 3
Moor69 6795 5899 5
St Helen's81 5690 6742 6
Brockwell58 9687 7667 7
Hollingwood and Inkersall63 7530 10585 10
Hasland61 8625 8605 8
Barrow Hill and New Whittington57 10529 11599 9
Holmebrook40 14567 9513 13
Loundsley Green47 12519 12535 11
Brimington South41 13475 14479 14
Brimington North34 16383 16434 15
Lowgates and Woodthorpe38 15419 15434 16
West23 18252 17241 17
Linacre23 17144 19166 19
Walton21 19162 18199 18

Old Whittington Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 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 (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 78 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.09 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202510
January 20254
December 20247
October 202410
September 20246
August 202410
July 202412
June 20244
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 45 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20244
August 20245
July 20242
June 20248
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 28 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20253
November 20246
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 55 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20253
January 20255
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20243
July 20245
June 202412
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 53 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20257
December 20242
November 20241
October 20248
September 20243
August 20245
July 20246
June 20244
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 237 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202519
January 202519
December 202412
November 20247
October 202422
September 202415
August 202423
July 202429
June 202432
May 202426
April 202417

A total of 47 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20244
October 20246
September 20243
August 20245
July 20241
June 202410
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
November 20242
August 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
September 20242
July 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Old Whittington in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Old Whittington postcode area is presented below.

1. Old Bakery Close (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Public order1
2. Mary Ann Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
3. Danby Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
4. Green Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Carrwood Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
6. William Street North (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Gipsy Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
8. Cavendish Street North (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
9. Ivy Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
10. The Glebe Way (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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