Crime Rate in Brailsford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Brailsford

The total recorded crimes in Brailsford, Derbyshire Dales, UK in March 2025 are around 8 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brailsford crime rate of 171.67 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 Brailsford, encompassing approximately 46 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Drugs: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Brailsford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Heritage Court with total crimes: 4
  • Brick-Kiln Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 1

How safe is Brailsford?

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

  • Relative to Derbyshire Dales:

    • In 2024, Brailsford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Derbyshire Dales average, with 66 crimes compared to 164.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Brailsford recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, Brailsford had fewer crimes than the Derbyshire Dales average, with 80 crimes compared to 192. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Brailsford recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Brailsford Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Brailsford has recorded 8 crimes with crime rate of 171.67 ranking 14th out of 24 in the Derbyshire Dales, UK

In 2024, the total Brailsford crimes were 66. The crime rate of Brailsford in 2024 was 1416.31 (year) or 118.03 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Derbyshire Dales.

In 2023, the total crimes in Brailsford were around 80 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1716.74 (year) or 143.06 (month) ranking 15 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
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
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

Brailsford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Drugs (3 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

In February 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Public order saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other crime (1 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (1 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Other theft were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Possession of weapons showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Public order were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 26 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20243
June 202410
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
September 20241
April 20242

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

MonthCount
March 20253
September 20241
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 6 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
September 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 4 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
April 20242

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

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

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

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241

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

MonthCount
November 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242

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

MonthCount
August 20241

A total of 2 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Brailsford in March 2025

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

1. Heritage Court (Map)
Total4
Drugs3
Other theft1
2. Brick-Kiln Lane (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Slade Hollow Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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