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 July 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pilsley & Morton crime rate of 18.96 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 Pilsley & Morton, encompassing approximately 1,213 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Pilsley & Morton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Poplar Grove with total crimes: 2
  • Church Street with total crimes: 2
  • 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 areas in the North East Derbyshire.

    • 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 areas in the North East Derbyshire.

  • 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 July 2025 the Pilsley & Morton has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 18.96 ranking 15th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Pilsley & Morton)CrimesRank (Pilsley & Morton)CrimesRank (Pilsley & Morton)
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
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
Gosforth Valley16 17200 17213 18
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

Pilsley & Morton 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 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 121 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.08 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202510
May 202510
April 202513
March 20257
February 20255
January 20256
December 20247
November 202417
October 202410
September 20248
August 202416

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 52 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.73 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20254
May 20254
April 20253
March 20256
February 20252
January 20255
December 20246
October 20245
September 20246
August 20245

A total of 20 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 20 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20255
April 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
November 20241

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20256
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 3 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
November 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241

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 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 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20242

High Crime Locations Pilsley & Morton in July 2025

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

1. Poplar Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
2. Church Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Prospect Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Heming Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Oak View Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Valley Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Hazel Avenue (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
8. Lonsdale Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Willow Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Manor Farm (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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