Crime Rate in Derbyshire Dales: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Derbyshire Dales

The total recorded crimes in Derbyshire Dales, UK in March 2025 are around 395 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Derbyshire Dales crime rate of 5.52 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 Derbyshire Dales, encompassing approximately 71,535 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (147) incidents (61.54% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (60) incidents (36.36% increase)
  • Public order: (42) incidents (200.00% increase)
Derbyshire Dales Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 11
  • Matlock with total crimes: 11
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 7

Derbyshire Dales Police Info:

Derbyshire Constabulary

How safe is Derbyshire Dales?

To understand the safety of Derbyshire Dales, we need to analyze Derbyshire Dales crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Derbyshire Dales has recorded 4,094 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 57.23 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 297 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 4,790 crimes with a crime rate of 66.96, ranking it 263 in the UK. This a decrease in crime suggests Positive changes.

  • Relative to Derbyshire:

    • In 2024, Derbyshire Dales demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Derbyshire average, with 4094 crimes compared to 8955.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Derbyshire Dales witnessed more crimes than 7 out of 7 other cities.

    • In 2023, Derbyshire Dales had fewer crimes than the Derbyshire average, with 4,790 crimes compared to 9,677. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Furthermore, Derbyshire Dales witnessed more crimes than 7 out of 7 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Derbyshire Dales is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Derbyshire, Derbyshire Dales has a lower crime rate in 2024.

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

Derbyshire Dales Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Matlock All Saints (60 crimes), and the safest, Winster and South Darley (2 crimes), is 58 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Derbyshire Dales.

Similarly, the area of Matlock South, Cromford & Winster (74 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Wirksworth (29 crimes), with a difference of 45 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Derbyshire Dales.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Matlock All Saints60
Ashbourne North39
Bakewell31
Darley Dale30
Wirksworth29

Safest Wards:

Norbury5
Carsington Water4
Hartington and Taddington3
Dovedale and Parwich3
Winster and South Darley2

Most Dangerous Areas:

Matlock South, Cromford & Winster74
Bakewell South, Darley Dale & Youlgreave62
Ashbourne South51
Bakewell North, Baslow & Calver46
Matlock North40

Safest Areas:

Matlock North40
Doveridge, Brailsford & Bradley33
Ashbourne North, Dovedale & Carsington31
Hathersage, Bradwell & Tideswell29
Wirksworth29

Derbyshire Dales Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Derbyshire Dales has recorded 395 crimes with crime rate of 5.52 ranking 10051th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 8 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 8 in terms of crime rate in Derbyshire.

In 2024, the total Derbyshire Dales crimes were 4,094. The crime rate of Derbyshire Dales in 2024 was 57.23 (year) or 4.77 (month) ranking it 297 danzarous in the UK. Derbyshire Dales ranked 8 in terms of total crimes and 8 in terms of crime rate in Derbyshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Derbyshire Dales were around 4,790 crimes with yearly crime rate of 66.96 (year) or 5.58 (month) ranking 263 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Derbyshire, Derbyshire Dales ranked 8 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 8 as per crime rate of Derbyshire Dales

CityMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Derbyshire)CrimesRank (Derbyshire)CrimesRank (Derbyshire)
North East Derbyshire619 77,009 77,482 7
High Peak541 66,960 67,638 6
South Derbyshire817 59,222 59,602 5
Amber Valley952 412,094 413,060 4
Bolsover705 27,974 28,506 3
Erewash890 311,053 312,546 2
Chesterfield1,292 113,234 113,794 1

Derbyshire Dales Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (147 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (60 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 91 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 44 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (92 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (35 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 126 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 38 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (108 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (150 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (52 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (111 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (44 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (121 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (69 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 138 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 59 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (344 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (134 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 102 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 10.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202512
January 20258
December 20246
November 202410
October 202410
September 20249
August 20245
July 20245
June 202414

A total of 11 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
December 20242
November 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 535 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 59.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 134 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202560
February 202544
January 202535
December 202438
October 202452
September 202444
August 202469
July 202459
June 2024134

A total of 126 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20257
January 202510
December 202411
November 20247
October 202416
September 20249
August 202411
July 202418
June 202424

A total of 335 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 33.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 70 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202542
February 202514
January 202523
December 202427
November 202426
October 202420
September 202431
August 202438
July 202444
June 202470

A total of 105 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 10.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202514
January 20256
December 20247
November 202412
October 202414
September 202411
August 20249
July 20247
June 202414

A total of 1428 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 142.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 344 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025147
February 202591
January 202592
December 2024126
November 2024108
October 2024150
September 2024111
August 2024121
July 2024138
June 2024344

A total of 157 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 15.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202512
January 202525
December 202414
November 202417
October 202411
September 202410
August 202413
July 202416
June 202426

A total of 293 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 29.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 72 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202516
January 202520
December 202432
November 202416
October 202419
September 202436
August 202426
July 202425
June 202472

A total of 313 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 31.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202530
January 202522
December 202432
November 202428
October 202424
September 202431
August 202445
July 202423
June 202452

A total of 28 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244
July 20242
June 20248

A total of 9 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 194 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 19.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202529
January 202512
December 202424
November 202416
October 202411
September 202415
August 202411
July 202418
June 202436

A total of 15 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20243
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242

High Crime Locations Derbyshire Dales in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total11
Public order5
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs2
Shoplifting1
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Matlock (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting3
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour3
Other crime1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime2
Drugs1
4. Holt Lane (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Croft Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
6. Chapel Lane (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Vehicle crime1
Public order1

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