Crime Rate in Oakwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Oakwood

The total recorded crimes in Oakwood, Derby, UK in March 2025 are around 77 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Oakwood crime rate of 1.43 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 Oakwood, encompassing approximately 54,000 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (31) incidents (24.00% increase)
  • Other crime: (11) incidents (450.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
Oakwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Fernilee Gardens with total crimes: 13
  • Hartcliffe Close with total crimes: 5
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4

How safe is Oakwood?

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

  • Relative to Derby:

    • In 2024, Oakwood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Derby average, with 854 crimes compared to 2650.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Oakwood recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Oakwood had fewer crimes than the Derby average, with 976 crimes compared to 2,669. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Oakwood recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Oakwood Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Oakwood has recorded 77 crimes with crime rate of 0.69 ranking 14th out of 16 in the Derby, UK

In 2024, the total Oakwood crimes were 854. The crime rate of Oakwood in 2024 was 15.81 (year) or 1.32 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Derby.

In 2023, the total crimes in Oakwood were around 976 crimes with yearly crime rate of 18.07 (year) or 1.51 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Derby.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Derby)CrimesRank (Derby)CrimesRank (Derby)
Arboretum1,242 112,414 110,798 1
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
Blagreaves65 17797 16969 16
Allestree67 16492 17595 17

Oakwood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (37 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (42 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (56 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (42 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 136 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20254
January 20252
December 20243
October 20249
September 20248
August 202413
July 202420
June 202442
May 202413
April 202413

A total of 375 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 31.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202525
January 202525
December 202433
November 202437
October 202420
September 202442
August 202428
July 202426
June 202456
May 202423
April 202429

A total of 44 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.40 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20252
December 20245
November 20245
October 20243
September 20243
August 20247
July 20248
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.12 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20244
August 20242
July 20243

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 31 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20247
September 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 56 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20255
December 20249
November 20241
October 20244
September 20243
August 20242
July 20248
June 202410
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20255
December 20242
November 20242
August 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 52 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20246
September 20242
August 20248
July 20243
June 202412
May 20247

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 74 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20245
October 20249
September 20246
August 202412
July 20247
June 202414
May 20243
April 20245

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

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
May 20242

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

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241
July 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Oakwood in March 2025

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

1. Fernilee Gardens (Map)
Total13
Other crime9
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
2. Hartcliffe Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting4
4. Brassington Road (Map)
Total4
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Britland Edge Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Tansley Rise (Map)
Total3
Possession of weapons2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Chelmorton Place (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
8. Tideswell Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Wibben Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Cresta Grove (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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