Crime Rate in Matlock St Giles: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Matlock St Giles

The total recorded crimes in Matlock St Giles, Derbyshire Dales, UK in March 2025 are around 26 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Matlock St Giles crime rate of 4.94 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 Matlock St Giles, encompassing approximately 5,265 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Matlock St Giles Crime Hotspots

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

  • Overdale with total crimes: 5
  • Lumsdale Crescent with total crimes: 3
  • Mettesford with total crimes: 3

How safe is Matlock St Giles?

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

  • Relative to Derbyshire Dales:

    • In 2024, Matlock St Giles reported a higher crime volume than the Derbyshire Dales average, with 432 crimes compared to 164. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Matlock St Giles witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, Matlock St Giles experienced a greater number of crimes than the Derbyshire Dales average, with 525 crimes compared to 192. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Matlock St Giles witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Matlock St Giles Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Matlock St Giles has recorded 26 crimes with crime rate of 4.94 ranking 7th out of 24 in the Derbyshire Dales, UK

In 2024, the total Matlock St Giles crimes were 432. The crime rate of Matlock St Giles in 2024 was 82.04 (year) or 6.84 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Derbyshire Dales.

In 2023, the total crimes in Matlock St Giles were around 525 crimes with yearly crime rate of 99.70 (year) or 8.31 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Derbyshire Dales.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Derbyshire Dales)CrimesRank (Derbyshire Dales)CrimesRank (Derbyshire Dales)
Matlock All Saints60 1571 1669 1
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
Litton and Longstone18 9117 10192 10
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

Matlock St Giles Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , 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).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 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 (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (52 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 186 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202510
January 202515
December 202410
November 202412
October 202413
September 202417
August 202413
July 202413
June 202452
May 202413
April 20248

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20248
April 20243

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
September 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 94 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20257
December 20248
October 202411
September 20246
August 20245
July 20247
June 202428
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 32 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20246
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20246

A total of 46 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20245
July 20246
June 202416
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20254
November 20243
September 20242
July 20241
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
April 20243

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
August 20241
July 20242
April 20243

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20252
September 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

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

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Matlock St Giles in March 2025

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

1. Overdale (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
2. Lumsdale Crescent (Map)
Total3
Drugs2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Mettesford (Map)
Total3
Drugs2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. St Giles Walk (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Hazel Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Willersley Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Littlemoor Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Stretton Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Stretton Road (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
10. Garton Mill Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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