Crime Rate in Litton and Longstone: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Litton and Longstone

The total recorded crimes in Litton and Longstone, Derbyshire Dales, UK in March 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Litton and Longstone crime rate of 386.27 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 Litton and Longstone, encompassing approximately 46 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Other theft: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Litton and Longstone Crime Hotspots

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

  • Longreave Lane with total crimes: 6
  • Croft Road with total crimes: 6
  • Long Meadow Lane with total crimes: 3

How safe is Litton and Longstone?

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

  • Relative to Derbyshire Dales:

    • In 2024, Litton and Longstone demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Derbyshire Dales average, with 117 crimes compared to 164.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Litton and Longstone witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, Litton and Longstone experienced a greater number of crimes than the Derbyshire Dales average, with 192 crimes compared to 192. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Litton and Longstone witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Derbyshire Dales, Litton and Longstone has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Litton and Longstone Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Litton and Longstone has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 386.27 ranking 9th out of 24 in the Derbyshire Dales, UK

In 2024, the total Litton and Longstone crimes were 117. The crime rate of Litton and Longstone in 2024 was 2510.73 (year) or 209.23 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Derbyshire Dales.

In 2023, the total crimes in Litton and Longstone were around 192 crimes with yearly crime rate of 4120.17 (year) or 343.35 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Derbyshire Dales.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Derbyshire Dales)CrimesRank (Derbyshire Dales)CrimesRank (Derbyshire Dales)
Matlock All Saints60 1571 1669 1
Matlock St Giles26 7432 2525 2
Ashbourne North39 2201 7331 6
Ashbourne South29 6355 4489 3
Wirksworth29 5403 3401 5
Bakewell31 3269 6291 7
Darley Dale30 4345 5405 4
Hathersage and Eyam14 10174 9204 8
Masson19 8195 8203 9
Carsington Water4 2274 14150 11
Doveridge and Sudbury14 11112 11128 12
Stanton10 1391 1297 13
Chatsworth11 1282 1356 20
Tideswell7 1761 2181 14
Brailsford8 1466 1880 15
Hartington and Taddington3 2371 1575 16
Bradwell8 1567 1763 19
Lathkill and Bradford5 2067 1638 23
Hulland7 1645 2555 21
Clifton and Bradley6 1961 2273 17
Calver7 1862 2066 18
Winster and South Darley2 2566 1933 25
Norbury5 2155 2333 24
Dovedale and Parwich3 2452 2452 22

Litton and Longstone Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Other theft (6 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

In January 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

In November 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3

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

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

In June 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 18

In May 2024, Other theft dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Other theft were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 24 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
December 20243
May 20249
April 20246

A total of 48 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
September 20243
August 20243
July 20243
June 202418
May 20243

A total of 18 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
December 20243
September 20243
August 20243
April 20243

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20243
July 20243

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20243
July 20246

A total of 6 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 3 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20243

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20246

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20243

High Crime Locations Litton and Longstone in March 2025

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

1. Longreave Lane (Map)
Total6
Other theft6
2. Croft Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
3. Long Meadow Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
4. Mires Lane (Map)
Total3
Burglary3

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