Crime Rate in Arboretum: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Arboretum

The total recorded crimes in Arboretum, Derby, UK in March 2025 are around 1,242 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Arboretum crime rate of 10.32 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 Arboretum, encompassing approximately 120,321 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (368) incidents (30.96% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (251) incidents (10.57% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (143) incidents (22.22% increase)
Arboretum Crime Hotspots

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

  • Thorntree Lane with total crimes: 91
  • Mount Street with total crimes: 81
  • Back Sitwell Street with total crimes: 63

How safe is Arboretum?

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

  • Relative to Derby:

    • In 2024, Arboretum reported a higher crime volume than the Derby average, with 12,414 crimes compared to 2,650. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Arboretum witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Arboretum experienced a greater number of crimes than the Derby average, with 10,798 crimes compared to 2,669. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Arboretum witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Derby, Arboretum has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Arboretum Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Arboretum has recorded 1,242 crimes with crime rate of 10.32 ranking 1th out of 16 in the Derby, UK

In 2024, the total Arboretum crimes were 12,414. The crime rate of Arboretum in 2024 was 103.17 (year) or 8.60 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Derby.

In 2023, the total crimes in Arboretum were around 10,798 crimes with yearly crime rate of 89.74 (year) or 7.48 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Derby.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Derby)CrimesRank (Derby)CrimesRank (Derby)
Abbey284 33,874 24,174 2
Darley313 23,202 53,164 6
Littleover265 63,446 33,545 3
Derwent269 53,430 43,465 4
Alvaston277 42,972 63,287 5
Sinfin183 82,379 82,578 7
Normanton203 72,424 72,562 8
Boulton159 92,181 92,233 9
Mackworth139 101,791 101,890 10
Chaddesden122 111,607 111,761 11
Spondon111 131,084 131,230 12
Chellaston122 121,264 121,141 13
Mickleover68 15833 151,012 14
Oakwood77 14854 14976 15
Blagreaves65 17797 16969 16
Allestree67 16492 17595 17

Arboretum Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (368 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (251 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 281 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 227 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (322 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (162 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 347 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 138 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (254 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (102 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (358 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (203 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (391 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (163 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (414 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (175 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 372 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 175 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (646 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (390 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (325 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (198 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (408 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (199 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 2281 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 207.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 390 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025251
February 2025227
January 2025162
December 2024138
October 2024203
September 2024163
August 2024175
July 2024175
June 2024390
May 2024198
April 2024199

A total of 151 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 202512
January 20252
December 20247
November 202410
October 20244
September 202412
August 20246
July 202415
June 202450
May 202415
April 202414

A total of 1538 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 128.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 220 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025141
February 2025116
January 202589
December 202497
November 202495
October 2024112
September 2024141
August 2024153
July 2024125
June 2024220
May 2024132
April 2024117

A total of 4486 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 373.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 646 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025368
February 2025281
January 2025322
December 2024347
November 2024254
October 2024358
September 2024391
August 2024414
July 2024372
June 2024646
May 2024325
April 2024408

A total of 743 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 61.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 106 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202595
February 202563
January 202566
December 202456
November 202459
October 202468
September 202451
August 202445
July 202455
June 2024106
May 202436
April 202443

A total of 291 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 39 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202528
January 202539
December 202420
November 202410
October 202416
September 202422
August 202418
July 202426
June 202432
May 202435
April 202429

A total of 158 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.17 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20259
January 20256
December 20246
November 202417
October 202415
September 202416
August 202411
July 202422
June 202422
May 20249
April 202411

A total of 204 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202514
January 202510
December 202412
November 202417
October 20247
September 202416
August 202420
July 202419
June 202432
May 202428
April 202413

A total of 273 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202526
January 202524
December 202415
November 20249
October 202421
September 202416
August 202419
July 202428
June 202438
May 202422
April 202433

A total of 943 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 78.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 170 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202570
February 202551
January 202545
December 202478
November 202460
October 202489
September 202483
August 202491
July 202473
June 2024170
May 202466
April 202467

A total of 727 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 60.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 134 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202555
February 202559
January 202551
December 202436
November 202455
October 202444
September 202444
August 202453
July 202487
June 2024134
May 202456
April 202453

A total of 189 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202516
January 202527
December 20246
November 202418
October 20248
September 202421
August 202414
July 202421
June 202410
May 202410
April 202418

A total of 245 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202527
February 202517
January 202510
December 20248
November 202414
October 202426
September 202418
August 20245
July 202425
June 202462
May 202411
April 202422

A total of 1293 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 107.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 143 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025143
February 2025117
January 202592
December 202494
November 2024102
October 2024102
September 2024122
August 2024106
July 202486
June 2024140
May 202498
April 202491

High Crime Locations Arboretum in March 2025

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

1. Thorntree Lane (Map)
Total91
Shoplifting25
Violence and sexual offences16
Anti-social behaviour15
Public order15
Other theft5
Drugs4
Criminal damage and arson3
Other crime2
Robbery2
Bicycle theft1
Possession of weapons1
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
2. Mount Street (Map)
Total81
Anti-social behaviour36
Violence and sexual offences12
Shoplifting9
Drugs6
Other crime6
Public order6
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft3
3. Back Sitwell Street (Map)
Total63
Violence and sexual offences24
Public order15
Drugs9
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson3
Other crime3
Other theft3
Theft from the person3
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total63
Anti-social behaviour30
Public order9
Violence and sexual offences9
Drugs6
Other crime6
Shoplifting3
5. Shopping Area (Map)
Total54
Anti-social behaviour30
Violence and sexual offences12
Criminal damage and arson3
Drugs3
Possession of weapons3
Public order3
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total48
Shoplifting45
Public order3
7. Exeter Place (Map)
Total40
Drugs28
Violence and sexual offences5
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour2
Possession of weapons2
8. Lower Eley Street (Map)
Total33
Violence and sexual offences21
Other theft6
Anti-social behaviour3
Theft from the person3
9. Shopping Area (Map)
Total32
Shoplifting15
Violence and sexual offences8
Public order3
Theft from the person2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other crime1
Other theft1
10. Corporation Street (Map)
Total27
Public order11
Violence and sexual offences9
Anti-social behaviour4
Drugs1
Other crime1
Other theft1

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