Crime Rate in Gosforth Valley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gosforth Valley

The total recorded crimes in Gosforth Valley, North East Derbyshire, UK in July 2025 are around 16 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gosforth Valley crime rate of 2.09 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 Gosforth Valley, encompassing approximately 7,671 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Gosforth Valley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Glen Vale with total crimes: 3
  • Manor Crescent with total crimes: 2
  • Hanbury Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Gosforth Valley?

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

  • Relative to North East Derbyshire:

    • In 2024, Gosforth Valley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North East Derbyshire average, with 200 crimes compared to 292.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Gosforth Valley recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 23 other areas in the North East Derbyshire.

    • In 2023, Gosforth Valley had fewer crimes than the North East Derbyshire average, with 213 crimes compared to 312. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Gosforth Valley recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 23 other areas in the North East Derbyshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Gosforth Valley Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Gosforth Valley has recorded 16 crimes with crime rate of 2.09 ranking 17th out of 23 in the North East Derbyshire, UK

In 2024, the total Gosforth Valley crimes were 200. The crime rate of Gosforth Valley in 2024 was 26.07 (year) or 2.17 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the North East Derbyshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Gosforth Valley were around 213 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.76 (year) or 2.31 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the North East Derbyshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Gosforth Valley)CrimesRank (Gosforth Valley)CrimesRank (Gosforth Valley)
Clay Cross North122 1830 1693 1
Holmewood & Heath70 2593 2622 2
Grassmoor45 5447 4511 3
Eckington South & Renishaw41 8508 3505 4
Sutton50 3318 10250 15
Tupton47 4383 7396 7
North Wingfield Central43 6443 5500 5
Shirland38 9438 6419 6
Clay Cross South41 7320 9390 8
Pilsley & Morton23 15322 8367 10
Dronfield North29 12306 11383 9
Dronfield South34 10243 12273 12
Killamarsh West32 11219 15277 11
Killamarsh East25 14226 13268 13
Eckington North27 13220 14262 14
Brampton & Walton14 19205 16224 16
Unstone18 16164 18223 17
Wingerworth15 18146 19141 20
Ridgeway & Marsh Lane13 20129 20153 19
Barlow & Holmesfield4 2494 22120 21
Ashover6 22116 21111 22
Coal Aston10 2184 2396 23
Dronfield Woodhouse4 2355 2485 24

Gosforth Valley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Public order (3 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

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

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (6 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 67 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20259
April 202510
March 20256
February 20252
January 20258
December 20243
November 20242
October 20246
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 15 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
April 20256
March 20251
February 20251
November 20242
September 20241

A total of 42 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20259
April 20255
March 20253
February 20254
January 20252
October 20246
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 21 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20244
August 20245

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

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.71 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
February 20252
December 20241
October 20245
September 20242
August 20246

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
November 20243
September 20242

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251

High Crime Locations Gosforth Valley in July 2025

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

1. Glen Vale (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Manor Crescent (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Hanbury Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Draycott Place (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Constable Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Southcote Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Lorne Close (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Ennerdale Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Farlow Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Barley Mews (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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