Crime Rate in Erewash: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Erewash

The total recorded crimes in Erewash, UK in March 2025 are around 890 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Erewash crime rate of 7.88 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 Erewash, encompassing approximately 112,908 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (390) incidents (46.62% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (155) incidents (22.05% increase)
  • Public order: (87) incidents (50.00% increase)
Erewash Crime Hotspots

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

  • Wallsend Close with total crimes: 14
  • Denton Avenue with total crimes: 14
  • Market Place with total crimes: 13

Erewash Police Info:

Derbyshire Constabulary

How safe is Erewash?

To understand the safety of Erewash, we need to analyze Erewash 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:

    • Erewash has recorded 11,053 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 97.89 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 141 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 12,546 crimes with a crime rate of 111.12, ranking it 93 in the UK. This a decrease in crime suggests Positive changes.

  • Relative to Derbyshire:

    • In 2024, Erewash reported a higher crime volume than the Derbyshire average, with 11,053 crimes compared to 8,955. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Additionally, Erewash recorded fewer crimes than 5 out of 7 other cities.

    • In 2023, Erewash experienced a greater number of crimes than the Derbyshire average, with 12,546 crimes compared to 9,677. This indicates a higher crime burden for the city in the region during this period. Additionally, Erewash recorded fewer crimes than 5 out of 7 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

    • Compared to other cities in Derbyshire, Erewash has a higher crime rate in 2024.

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

Erewash Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Awsworth Road (112 crimes), and the safest, Little Eaton & Stanley (14 crimes), is 98 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Erewash.

Similarly, the area of Ilkeston Town (155 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to West Hallam (12 crimes), with a difference of 143 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Erewash.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Awsworth Road112
Long Eaton Central100
Sandiacre80
Derby Road East77
Larklands75

Safest Wards:

Kirk Hallam & Stanton-by-Dale22
West Hallam & Dale Abbey22
Shipley View21
Breaston16
Little Eaton & Stanley14

Most Dangerous Areas:

Ilkeston Town155
Long Eaton Town133
Cotmanhay106
Sandiacre & Stanton81
Sawley55

Safest Areas:

Breaston & Draycott32
Breadsall, Little Eaton & Stanley Common28
Borrowash & Ockbrook28
Kirk Hallam22
West Hallam12

Erewash Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Erewash has recorded 890 crimes with crime rate of 7.88 ranking 8842th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 3 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 3 in terms of crime rate in Derbyshire.

In 2024, the total Erewash crimes were 11,053. The crime rate of Erewash in 2024 was 97.89 (year) or 8.16 (month) ranking it 141 danzarous in the UK. Erewash ranked 3 in terms of total crimes and 3 in terms of crime rate in Derbyshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Erewash were around 12,546 crimes with yearly crime rate of 111.12 (year) or 9.26 (month) ranking 93 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Derbyshire, Erewash ranked 3 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 2 as per crime rate of Erewash

CityMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Derbyshire)CrimesRank (Derbyshire)CrimesRank (Derbyshire)
Derbyshire Dales395 84,094 84,790 8
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
Chesterfield1,292 113,234 113,794 1

Erewash Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (390 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (155 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 266 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 127 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (351 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (104 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 315 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 117 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (340 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (75 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (371 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (174 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (355 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (136 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (346 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (190 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 367 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 223 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (742 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (366 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 229 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 22.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202530
January 202526
December 202412
November 202426
October 202429
September 202416
August 20249
July 202426
June 202440

A total of 323 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 32.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 58 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202520
January 202545
December 202447
November 202420
October 202442
September 202429
August 202423
July 202422
June 202458

A total of 492 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 49.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 106 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202539
February 202535
January 202541
December 202454
November 202435
October 202447
September 202443
August 202444
July 202448
June 2024106

A total of 49 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.90 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20253
December 20246
November 20242
October 202410
September 20245
August 20245
July 20241
June 20246

A total of 759 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 75.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 130 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202566
February 202554
January 202563
December 202475
November 202474
October 202471
September 202468
August 202484
July 202474
June 2024130

A total of 40 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
November 20242
October 20242
September 20246
August 20248
July 20242
June 202412

A total of 69 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20258
December 20242
November 20247
October 20248
September 20246
August 20246
July 20244
June 202422

A total of 3843 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 384.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 742 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025390
February 2025266
January 2025351
December 2024315
November 2024340
October 2024371
September 2024355
August 2024346
July 2024367
June 2024742

A total of 1593 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 159.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 366 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025155
February 2025127
January 2025104
December 2024117
November 20241
October 2024174
September 2024136
August 2024190
July 2024223
June 2024366

A total of 259 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 25.90 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 39 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202527
January 202539
December 202417
November 202420
October 202419
September 202432
August 202422
July 202426
June 202438

A total of 235 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 23.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202517
January 202512
December 202418
November 202435
October 202418
September 202419
August 202420
July 202419
June 202456

A total of 928 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 92.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 206 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202587
February 202558
January 202565
December 202471
November 202466
October 202476
September 202495
August 2024105
July 202499
June 2024206

A total of 941 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 94.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 204 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202569
February 202555
January 202576
December 202441
November 202475
October 202492
September 2024118
August 202489
July 2024122
June 2024204

A total of 30 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20244
September 20245
July 20243
June 20246

High Crime Locations Erewash in March 2025

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

1. Wallsend Close (Map)
Total14
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2
Vehicle crime1
Shoplifting1
Drugs1
2. Denton Avenue (Map)
Total14
Violence and sexual offences9
Criminal damage and arson4
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Market Place (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences7
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2
Other theft1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total13
Shoplifting12
Public order1
5. Regent Street (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft2
Drugs1
6. Coronation Street (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order2
Other theft1
Drugs1

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