Crime Rate in Blagreaves: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blagreaves

The total recorded crimes in Blagreaves, Derby, UK in May 2025 are around 85 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blagreaves crime rate of 3.14 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 Blagreaves, encompassing approximately 27,091 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (42) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (20) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
Blagreaves Crime Hotspots

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

  • Rodsley Crescent with total crimes: 7
  • Kegworth Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Stenson Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Blagreaves?

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

  • Relative to Derby:

    • In 2024, Blagreaves demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Derby average, with 797 crimes compared to 2650.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Blagreaves recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 16 other areas in the Derby.

    • In 2023, Blagreaves had fewer crimes than the Derby average, with 969 crimes compared to 2,669. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Blagreaves recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 16 other areas in the Derby.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Derby, Blagreaves has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Blagreaves Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Blagreaves has recorded 85 crimes with crime rate of 3.14 ranking 14th out of 16 in the Derby, UK

In 2024, the total Blagreaves crimes were 797. The crime rate of Blagreaves in 2024 was 29.42 (year) or 2.45 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Derby.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blagreaves were around 969 crimes with yearly crime rate of 35.77 (year) or 2.98 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Derby.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Blagreaves)CrimesRank (Blagreaves)CrimesRank (Blagreaves)
Arboretum1,084 112,414 110,798 1
Abbey376 23,874 24,174 2
Littleover279 43,446 33,545 3
Darley296 33,202 53,164 6
Derwent263 53,430 43,465 4
Alvaston242 62,972 63,287 5
Sinfin208 82,379 82,578 7
Normanton228 72,424 72,562 8
Boulton160 102,181 92,233 9
Chaddesden167 91,607 111,761 11
Mackworth146 111,791 101,890 10
Spondon89 131,084 131,230 12
Chellaston112 121,264 121,141 13
Mickleover68 16833 151,012 14
Oakwood73 15854 14976 15
Allestree68 17492 17595 17

Blagreaves Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (42 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (20 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (29 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 40 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 40 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (64 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 82 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.31 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20256
March 20259
February 20254
January 20254
December 20245
November 20242
October 20246
September 20244
August 202415
July 20245
June 20246
May 20248

A total of 478 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 36.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202542
April 202530
March 202529
February 202540
January 202528
December 202440
November 202434
October 202429
September 202430
August 202435
July 202443
June 202464
May 202434

A total of 149 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202520
April 202520
March 202517
February 20259
January 20251
December 20246
October 202417
September 20244
August 20246
July 20248
June 202428
May 202413

A total of 61 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20256
March 20252
February 20254
January 20255
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20246
August 20246
July 20241
June 202414
May 20245

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.54 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20253
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
December 20245
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
June 20246
May 20244

A total of 24 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.86 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
February 20251
January 20251
October 20245
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20252
September 20241

A total of 42 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.23 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20255
March 20252
February 20255
January 20255
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20245
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20246

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
January 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 24 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242
August 20241
June 202418
May 20243

High Crime Locations Blagreaves in May 2025

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

1. Rodsley Crescent (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
2. Kegworth Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Stenson Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
4. Sapperton Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Public order1
5. Lothlorien Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
6. Harpur Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Trusley Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Angelica Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Hill Cross Avenue (Map)
Total3
Other theft3
10. Foremark Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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