Crime Rate in Derby & Thornley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Derby & Thornley

The total recorded crimes in Derby & Thornley, Ribble Valley, UK in March 2025 are around 22 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Derby & Thornley crime rate of 4.19 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 Derby & Thornley, encompassing approximately 5,253 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (-46.67% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-44.44% decrease)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Derby & Thornley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 5
  • Lime Grove with total crimes: 3
  • Thornfield Avenue with total crimes: 1

How safe is Derby & Thornley?

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

  • Relative to Ribble Valley:

    • In 2024, Derby & Thornley reported a higher crime volume than the Ribble Valley average, with 377 crimes compared to 151. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Derby & Thornley witnessed more crimes than 24 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Derby & Thornley experienced a greater number of crimes than the Ribble Valley average, with 324 crimes compared to 129. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Derby & Thornley witnessed more crimes than 24 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Ribble Valley, Derby & Thornley has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Derby & Thornley Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Derby & Thornley has recorded 22 crimes with crime rate of 4.19 ranking 4th out of 25 in the Ribble Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Derby & Thornley crimes were 377. The crime rate of Derby & Thornley in 2024 was 71.76 (year) or 5.98 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Derby & Thornley were around 324 crimes with yearly crime rate of 61.67 (year) or 5.14 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ribble Valley)CrimesRank (Ribble Valley)CrimesRank (Ribble Valley)
Littlemoor25 2403 1347 1
Primrose39 1357 3292 3
Alston & Hothersall23 3169 10150 8
Salthill20 5308 4263 4
Edisford & Low Moor11 12184 8223 5
Whalley Nethertown17 6280 5184 6
Hurst Green & Whitewell3 22189 6150 7
Wilpshire & Ramsgreave12 11186 7120 11
Sabden15 793 1696 13
Dilworth15 8142 1187 15
St Mary's12 10120 13143 9
Wiswell & Barrow6 17177 9142 10
Billington & Langho14 9131 12111 12
East Whalley, Read & Simonstone9 1399 1477 16
Whalley & Painter Wood8 1494 1594 14
Brockhall & Dinckley8 1574 1863 20
Chatburn6 1670 2041 25
Chipping3 2443 2672 17
Gisburn & Rimington3 2376 1771 19
Mellor5 1973 1971 18
Bowland5 1865 2245 24
Ribchester4 2055 2353 21
Clayton-le-Dale & Salesbury4 2168 2148 23
West Bradford & GrindletonNA NA47 2552 22
Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton1 2548 2437 26

Derby & Thornley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , 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).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (11 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (22 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 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 (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 127 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202515
January 202511
December 202410
November 20249
October 202410
September 20247
August 202413
July 202410
June 202422
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
September 20244
August 20241
June 20244
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 127 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20259
January 202510
December 20247
November 202412
October 20247
September 20246
August 202411
July 202413
June 202420
May 202410
April 202417

A total of 35 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20246
June 20244
May 20241
April 20247

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242

A total of 22 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.14 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20257
November 20241
October 20242
July 20242
June 20246

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

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Derby & Thornley in March 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting2
Burglary1
2. Lime Grove (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Thornfield Avenue (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
4. Davis Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Barnacre Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Nateby Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Neville Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Hospital (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Belmont Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Dixon Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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