Crime Rate in North East Derbyshire: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in North East Derbyshire

The total recorded crimes in North East Derbyshire, UK in May 2025 are around 649 as per the recent police data. This equates to a North East Derbyshire crime rate of 6.36 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 North East Derbyshire, encompassing approximately 102,003 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (269) incidents (7.60% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (127) incidents (23.30% increase)
  • Public order: (67) incidents (13.56% increase)
North East Derbyshire Crime Hotspots

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

  • Church Side with total crimes: 21
  • North Side with total crimes: 9
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 8

North East Derbyshire Police Info:

Derbyshire Constabulary

How safe is North East Derbyshire?

To understand the safety of North East Derbyshire, we need to analyze North East Derbyshire 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:

    • North East Derbyshire has recorded 7,009 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 68.71 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 258 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 7,482 crimes with a crime rate of 73.35, ranking it 226 in the UK. This a decrease in crime suggests Positive changes.

  • Relative to Derbyshire:

    • In 2024, North East Derbyshire demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Derbyshire average, with 7009 crimes compared to 8955.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, North East Derbyshire witnessed more crimes than 5 out of 7 other cities.

    • In 2023, North East Derbyshire had fewer crimes than the Derbyshire average, with 7,482 crimes compared to 9,677. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Furthermore, North East Derbyshire witnessed more crimes than 6 out of 7 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

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

North East Derbyshire Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Clay Cross North (82 crimes), and the safest, Dronfield Woodhouse (4 crimes), is 78 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across North East Derbyshire.

Similarly, the area of Clay Cross (97 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Dronfield South & Gosforth Lane (20 crimes), with a difference of 77 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within North East Derbyshire.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Clay Cross North82
Sutton48
Tupton42
Eckington South & Renishaw40
North Wingfield Central38

Safest Wards:

Wingerworth11
Ridgeway & Marsh Lane10
Ashover7
Coal Aston7
Dronfield Woodhouse4

Most Dangerous Areas:

Clay Cross97
Grassmoor & Holmewood91
Dronfield Town & Unstone73
Arkwright Town & Temple Normanton59
North Wingfield & Pilsley50

Safest Areas:

Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington38
Eckington West & Coal Aston30
Wingerworth & Holymoorside28
Dronfield Woodhouse & Holmesfield22
Dronfield South & Gosforth Lane20

North East Derbyshire Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the North East Derbyshire has recorded 649 crimes with crime rate of 6.36 ranking 238th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 6 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 7 in terms of crime rate in Derbyshire.

In 2024, the total North East Derbyshire crimes were 7,009. The crime rate of North East Derbyshire in 2024 was 68.71 (year) or 5.73 (month) ranking it 258 danzarous in the UK. North East Derbyshire ranked 6 in terms of total crimes and 7 in terms of crime rate in Derbyshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in North East Derbyshire were around 7,482 crimes with yearly crime rate of 73.35 (year) or 6.11 (month) ranking 226 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Derbyshire, North East Derbyshire ranked 7 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 7 as per crime rate of North East Derbyshire

CityMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Derbyshire)CrimesRank (Derbyshire)CrimesRank (Derbyshire)
Derbyshire Dales437 84,094 84,790 8
High Peak632 66,960 67,638 6
South Derbyshire818 59,222 59,602 5
Amber Valley1,066 412,094 413,060 4
Bolsover672 37,974 28,506 3
Erewash874 211,053 312,546 2
Chesterfield1,108 113,234 113,794 1

North East Derbyshire Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (269 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (127 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (250 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (103 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (249 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (108 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 176 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 104 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (210 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (87 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 217 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 66 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (260 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (44 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (236 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (108 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (259 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (100 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (277 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (128 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 245 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 129 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (578 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (224 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 609 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 50.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 88 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202551
April 202550
March 202564
February 202542
January 202537
December 202445
November 202442
October 202442
September 202450
August 202465
July 202433
June 202488

A total of 42 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20252
March 20256
January 20254
December 20241
November 20246
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244
July 20242
June 20244

A total of 1287 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 107.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 224 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 2025127
April 2025103
March 2025108
February 2025104
January 202587
December 202466
November 20243
October 2024108
September 2024100
August 2024128
July 2024129
June 2024224

A total of 19 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 690 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 57.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 116 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202567
April 202559
March 202563
February 202543
January 202533
December 202433
November 202444
October 202444
September 202460
August 202461
July 202467
June 2024116

A total of 188 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 202511
March 20257
February 202518
January 20259
December 20247
November 202414
October 202413
September 202421
August 202415
July 202419
June 202440

A total of 15 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 268 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202516
April 202513
March 202526
February 202518
January 202530
December 202418
November 202425
October 202429
September 202425
August 202420
July 202414
June 202434

A total of 3226 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 268.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 578 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 2025269
April 2025250
March 2025249
February 2025176
January 2025210
December 2024217
November 2024260
October 2024236
September 2024259
August 2024277
July 2024245
June 2024578

A total of 440 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 36.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 90 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202530
April 202530
March 202532
February 202530
January 202532
December 202425
November 202431
October 202432
September 202430
August 202438
July 202440
June 202490

A total of 133 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20256
March 202510
February 20259
January 202516
December 20249
November 20248
October 20249
September 202416
August 20245
July 202411
June 202424

A total of 252 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202528
April 202532
March 202526
February 202528
January 202510
December 202412
November 202417
October 202410
September 20249
August 202428
July 202424
June 202428

A total of 291 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202525
April 202517
March 202517
February 202517
January 202516
December 202419
November 202421
October 202430
September 202424
August 202423
July 202426
June 202456

A total of 24 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.43 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20259
February 20252
December 20244
October 20242
August 20243
June 20242

High Crime Locations North East Derbyshire in May 2025

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

1. Church Side (Map)
Total21
Violence and sexual offences14
Public order4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other crime1
2. North Side (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting8
4. Sheepcote Road (Map)
Total7
Public order4
Violence and sexual offences3
5. West End View (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Other theft1
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting6
Robbery1

To know about postcode areas in North East Derbyshire, visit North East Derbyshire information

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