Crime Rate in Derby: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Derby

The total recorded crimes in Derby, Sefton, UK in March 2025 are around 141 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Derby crime rate of 2.01 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, encompassing approximately 70,226 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (67) incidents (59.52% increase)
  • Drugs: (18) incidents (28.57% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (60.00% increase)
Derby Crime Hotspots

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

  • Back Stanley Road with total crimes: 13
  • Mill Lane with total crimes: 8
  • A5098 with total crimes: 7

How safe is Derby?

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

  • Relative to Sefton:

    • In 2024, Derby reported a higher crime volume than the Sefton average, with 1,851 crimes compared to 1,251. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Derby witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Derby experienced a greater number of crimes than the Sefton average, with 2,004 crimes compared to 1,201. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Derby witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Derby Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Derby has recorded 141 crimes with crime rate of 0.51 ranking 3th out of 21 in the Sefton, UK

In 2024, the total Derby crimes were 1,851. The crime rate of Derby in 2024 was 26.36 (year) or 2.20 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Sefton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Derby were around 2,004 crimes with yearly crime rate of 28.54 (year) or 2.38 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Sefton.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sefton)CrimesRank (Sefton)CrimesRank (Sefton)
Linacre242 23,113 23,138 1
Duke's317 13,632 12,678 2
Church118 81,495 61,613 4
Molyneux129 41,758 41,352 8
St Oswald122 51,605 51,520 5
Ford122 61,386 81,512 6
Netherton and Orrell121 71,454 71,458 7
Litherland92 91,223 91,244 9
Kew88 101,154 101,161 10
Cambridge71 131,020 121,039 11
Norwood81 111,076 11975 12
Manor77 12783 15815 14
Ainsdale58 15711 16816 13
Sudell57 17830 13697 16
Victoria58 16825 14788 15
Harington62 14629 18672 17
Birkdale36 22653 17659 18
Park47 18560 22496 22
Meols36 21606 19604 19
Ravenmeols47 19577 21580 21
Blundellsands41 20587 20591 20

Derby Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (67 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (64 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 49 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (54 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (69 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (88 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (18 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (68 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 70 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (144 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (74 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (68 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (27 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 165 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202515
January 202515
December 202412
November 20249
October 202416
September 202418
August 202415
July 202411
June 202420
May 202414
April 202411

A total of 857 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 71.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 144 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202567
February 202542
January 202564
December 202449
November 202454
October 202469
September 202488
August 202468
July 202470
June 2024144
May 202474
April 202468

A total of 191 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.92 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202514
January 202528
December 20249
November 202417
October 202415
September 202411
August 202414
July 202420
June 202418
May 202410
April 202417

A total of 132 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20257
January 20259
December 202410
November 202412
October 202414
September 202415
August 20249
July 20247
June 202414
May 20248
April 202417

A total of 143 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202510
January 20258
December 20247
November 202412
October 202418
September 202417
August 202411
July 20246
June 202420
May 202410
April 20248

A total of 98 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.17 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20249
October 20248
September 20247
August 20248
July 202412
June 20244
May 20249
April 202427

A total of 84 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202510
January 20255
December 20245
November 20248
October 20243
September 202410
August 20246
July 20241
June 202412
May 202411
April 20247

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20242
April 20241

A total of 42 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20245
September 20243
August 20245
July 20244
June 20248
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 38 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.80 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20257
December 20244
November 20242
October 20245
September 20244
August 20246
July 20245
April 20242

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
August 20242
July 20242
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 13 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
June 202410
May 20241

High Crime Locations Derby in March 2025

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

1. Back Stanley Road (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
2. Mill Lane (Map)
Total8
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
Public order1
3. A5098 (Map)
Total7
Drugs3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Kirby Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Langdale Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime2
7. Bedford Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs2
8. Wadham Road (Map)
Total5
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Shoplifting1
9. Cullen Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
10. Redwood Grove (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1

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