Crime Rate in Ashbourne South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ashbourne South

The total recorded crimes in Ashbourne South, Derbyshire Dales, UK in July 2025 are around 49 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ashbourne South crime rate of 5.97 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 Ashbourne South, encompassing approximately 8,207 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (10.53% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
Ashbourne South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6
  • Malbon'S Yard with total crimes: 4
  • Beeley Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Ashbourne South?

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

  • Relative to Derbyshire Dales:

    • In 2024, Ashbourne South reported a higher crime volume than the Derbyshire Dales average, with 355 crimes compared to 164. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Ashbourne South witnessed more crimes than 21 out of 24 other areas in the Derbyshire Dales.

    • In 2023, Ashbourne South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Derbyshire Dales average, with 489 crimes compared to 192. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Ashbourne South witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 24 other areas in the Derbyshire Dales.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Derbyshire Dales, Ashbourne South has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Ashbourne South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ashbourne South has recorded 49 crimes with crime rate of 5.97 ranking 1th out of 24 in the Derbyshire Dales, UK

In 2024, the total Ashbourne South crimes were 355. The crime rate of Ashbourne South in 2024 was 43.25 (year) or 3.60 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Derbyshire Dales.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ashbourne South were around 489 crimes with yearly crime rate of 59.58 (year) or 4.97 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Derbyshire Dales.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ashbourne South)CrimesRank (Ashbourne South)CrimesRank (Ashbourne South)
Matlock All Saints48 2571 1669 1
Matlock St Giles38 3432 2525 2
Wirksworth22 7403 3401 5
Darley Dale34 5345 5405 4
Bakewell35 4269 6291 7
Ashbourne North27 6201 7331 6
Hathersage and Eyam13 8174 9204 8
Masson10 10195 8203 9
Litton and Longstone12 9117 10192 10
Carsington Water5 1774 14150 11
Doveridge and Sudbury10 11112 11128 12
Stanton10 1291 1297 13
Chatsworth4 2082 1356 20
Calver8 1362 2066 18
Tideswell6 1561 2181 14
Dovedale and Parwich7 1452 2452 22
Brailsford3 2366 1880 15
Hartington and Taddington5 1871 1575 16
Lathkill and Bradford3 2267 1638 23
Winster and South Darley5 1666 1933 25
Clifton and Bradley2 2561 2273 17
Bradwell3 2467 1763 19
Norbury5 1955 2333 24
Hulland4 2145 2555 21

Ashbourne South 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 21 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

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

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20257
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 169 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.08 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202519
May 202511
April 202510
March 202515
February 202514
January 202518
December 20249
November 20245
October 202426
September 202411
August 202410

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 31 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20254
April 20251
March 20254
February 20257
December 20243
November 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 35 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20254
May 20253
April 20254
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
October 20243
September 20242
August 20246

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
October 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
December 20241
September 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
February 20251
November 20242
September 20241

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20253
April 20251
March 20253
February 20255
December 20243
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20253
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
November 20242
October 20242

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

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
September 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations Ashbourne South in July 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting2
Drugs1
Public order1
2. Malbon'S Yard (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
3. Beeley Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Police Station (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
6. A515 (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Theft from the person1
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
8. Clifton Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. School Lane (Map)
Total2
Robbery2
10. Compton (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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