Crime Rate in Pilsley & Morton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Pilsley & Morton

The total recorded crimes in Pilsley & Morton, North East Derbyshire, UK in March 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pilsley & Morton crime rate of 16.49 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 Pilsley & Morton, encompassing approximately 1,213 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Pilsley & Morton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hallgate Lane with total crimes: 4
  • Poplar Grove with total crimes: 3
  • Prospect Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Pilsley & Morton?

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

  • Relative to North East Derbyshire:

    • In 2024, Pilsley & Morton reported a higher crime volume than the North East Derbyshire average, with 322 crimes compared to 292. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Pilsley & Morton witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Pilsley & Morton experienced a greater number of crimes than the North East Derbyshire average, with 367 crimes compared to 312. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Pilsley & Morton witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North East Derbyshire, Pilsley & Morton has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Pilsley & Morton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Pilsley & Morton has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 16.49 ranking 11th out of 23 in the North East Derbyshire, UK

In 2024, the total Pilsley & Morton crimes were 322. The crime rate of Pilsley & Morton in 2024 was 265.46 (year) or 22.12 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the North East Derbyshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Pilsley & Morton were around 367 crimes with yearly crime rate of 302.56 (year) or 25.21 (month) ranking 10 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
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
Eckington North17 14220 14262 14
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

Pilsley & Morton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 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 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 20 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
November 20242
October 20248
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 64 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20255
December 20246
October 20245
September 20246
August 20245
July 20242
June 202410
May 20249
April 20248

A total of 144 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20256
December 20247
November 202417
October 202410
September 20248
August 202416
July 202416
June 202420
May 202415
April 202417

A total of 24 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20246

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

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20245
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20242
May 20241

A total of 3 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20242

High Crime Locations Pilsley & Morton in March 2025

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

1. Hallgate Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Poplar Grove (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Prospect Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
4. South Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Locko Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Green Lane (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Rother Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Bridge Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Main Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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