Crime Rate in Melbourne: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Melbourne

The total recorded crimes in Melbourne, South Derbyshire, UK in February 2026 are around 10 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Melbourne crime rate of 3.89 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 Melbourne, encompassing approximately 2,568 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Melbourne Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bog Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Kings Newton Lane with total crimes: 1
  • Beech Avenue with total crimes: 1

How safe is Melbourne?

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

  • Relative to South Derbyshire:

    • In 2024, Melbourne demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Derbyshire average, with 234 crimes compared to 615.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Melbourne recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 14 other areas in the South Derbyshire.

    • In 2023, Melbourne had fewer crimes than the South Derbyshire average, with 251 crimes compared to 640. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Melbourne recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 14 other areas in the South Derbyshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Derbyshire, Melbourne has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Melbourne Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Melbourne crimes were 234. The crime rate of Melbourne in 2024 was 91.12 (year) or 7.59 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the South Derbyshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Melbourne were around 251 crimes with yearly crime rate of 97.74 (year) or 8.15 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the South Derbyshire.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Melbourne)CrimesRank (Melbourne)CrimesRank (Melbourne)
SwadlincoteNA NA1,372 11,472 1
AstonNA NA1,168 21,103 2
Newhall and StantonNA NA862 4992 3
WoodvilleNA NA1,125 3940 4
EtwallNA NA603 6795 5
StensonNA NA629 5708 6
MidwayNA NA593 7625 7
HiltonNA NA511 9581 8
Church GresleyNA NA558 8547 9
LintonNA NA471 10416 10
SealesNA NA321 12393 11
Willington and FindernNA NA441 11356 12
ReptonNA NA204 14240 14
HattonNA NA130 15183 15

Melbourne Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

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 (6 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
December 20253
October 20252
August 20251
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20251
September 20251
July 20253
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
February 20253

A total of 99 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.62 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20266
January 20267
December 20255
November 20254
October 20254
September 20259
August 20258
July 202512
June 20256
May 202514
April 20259
March 20259
February 20256

A total of 40 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
December 20251
November 20251
October 20254
September 20253
August 20252
July 20256
June 20251
May 20255
April 20252
March 20257
February 20256

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20262
October 20252
September 20253
August 20252
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
November 20252
October 20252
September 20251
August 20251
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
November 20252
October 20251
September 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
September 20252
August 20251
May 20253
February 20251

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20251
April 20251

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
August 20251
July 20251
February 20251

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 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

High Crime Locations Melbourne in February 2026

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

1. Bog Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Kings Newton Lane (Map)
Total1
Public order1
3. Beech Avenue (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Quick Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Blanch Croft (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Orchard Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Chapel Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Station Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Main Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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