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 March 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Eckington North crime rate of 7.96 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (900.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Eckington North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 7
  • Ladybank View with total crimes: 2
  • Castle Hill with total crimes: 2

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Eckington North has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 7.96 ranking 14th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (North East Derbyshire)CrimesRank (North East Derbyshire)CrimesRank (North East Derbyshire)
Clay Cross North92 1830 1693 1
Holmewood & Heath55 3593 2622 2
North Wingfield Central58 2443 5500 5
Grassmoor41 4447 4511 3
Eckington South & Renishaw36 6508 3505 4
Shirland40 5438 6419 6
Tupton26 9383 7396 7
Clay Cross South28 7320 9390 8
Pilsley & Morton20 11322 8367 10
Dronfield North27 8306 11383 9
Sutton20 12318 10250 15
Dronfield South22 10243 12273 12
Killamarsh West16 15219 15277 11
Killamarsh East13 17226 13268 13
Brampton & Walton19 13205 16224 16
Gosforth Valley15 16200 17213 18
Unstone11 22164 18223 17
Ridgeway & Marsh Lane13 18129 20153 19
Wingerworth12 19146 19141 20
Coal Aston12 2084 2396 23
Barlow & Holmesfield12 2194 22120 21
Ashover10 23116 21111 22
Dronfield Woodhouse4 2455 2485 24

Eckington North 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 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).

Recorded incidents of Public order were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 86 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 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
April 20242

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20245
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 40 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20255
December 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20248
July 20244
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
October 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 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 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20245

A total of 4 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
October 20241
July 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Eckington North in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
2. Ladybank View (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Castle Hill (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Sandown Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Martin Rise (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
7. Camms Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Back Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Fern Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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