Crime Rate in Eckington North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Eckington North

The total recorded crimes in Eckington North, North East Derbyshire, UK in May 2025 are around 22 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Eckington North crime rate of 10.30 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 Eckington North, encompassing approximately 2,136 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (120.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Eckington North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Broomhill Close with total crimes: 6
  • Fern Close with total crimes: 2
  • Marsh View with total crimes: 1

How safe is Eckington North?

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

  • Relative to North East Derbyshire:

    • In 2024, Eckington North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North East Derbyshire average, with 220 crimes compared to 292.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Eckington North recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 23 other areas in the North East Derbyshire.

    • In 2023, Eckington North had fewer crimes than the North East Derbyshire average, with 262 crimes compared to 312. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Eckington North recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 23 other areas in the North East Derbyshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North East Derbyshire, Eckington North has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Eckington North Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Eckington North has recorded 22 crimes with crime rate of 10.30 ranking 15th out of 23 in the North East Derbyshire, UK

In 2024, the total Eckington North crimes were 220. The crime rate of Eckington North in 2024 was 102.96 (year) or 8.58 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the North East Derbyshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Eckington North were around 262 crimes with yearly crime rate of 122.61 (year) or 10.22 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the North East Derbyshire.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Eckington North)CrimesRank (Eckington North)CrimesRank (Eckington North)
Clay Cross North82 1830 1693 1
Holmewood & Heath36 6593 2622 2
Sutton48 2318 10250 15
Grassmoor29 11447 4511 3
Eckington South & Renishaw40 4508 3505 4
Tupton42 3383 7396 7
North Wingfield Central38 5443 5500 5
Shirland31 9438 6419 6
Killamarsh West35 7219 15277 11
Clay Cross South30 10320 9390 8
Pilsley & Morton28 12322 8367 10
Dronfield North35 8306 11383 9
Dronfield South19 17243 12273 12
Killamarsh East15 18226 13268 13
Gosforth Valley25 13200 17213 18
Brampton & Walton23 14205 16224 16
Unstone20 16164 18223 17
Ridgeway & Marsh Lane10 21129 20153 19
Wingerworth11 20146 19141 20
Barlow & Holmesfield12 1994 22120 21
Ashover7 22116 21111 22
Coal Aston7 2384 2396 23
Dronfield Woodhouse4 2455 2485 24

Eckington North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 98 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.54 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 20255
March 202510
February 20251
January 20256
December 20244
November 20248
October 202411
September 202413
August 20245
July 20242
June 202420
May 20242

A total of 33 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.54 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20245
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 47 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20252
March 20252
February 20253
January 20255
December 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20248
July 20244
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
September 20245

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20252
October 20242
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
September 20241
August 20243
June 20244

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20246
October 20241
July 20242

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 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
October 20241
July 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Eckington North in May 2025

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

1. Broomhill Close (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour6
2. Fern Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Marsh View (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Fenton Street (Map)
Total1
Public order1
5. Darcy Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Berry Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Ladybank View (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Ida'S Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Castle View (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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