Crime Rate in Melbourne: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Melbourne

The total recorded crimes in Melbourne, South Derbyshire, UK in July 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Melbourne crime rate of 9.74 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (500.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Melbourne Crime Hotspots

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

  • Castle Mills with total crimes: 4
  • Hatton Court with total crimes: 2
  • Robinson'S Hill with total crimes: 2

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 July 2025 the Melbourne has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 9.74 ranking 13th out of 14 in the South Derbyshire, UK

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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Melbourne)CrimesRank (Melbourne)CrimesRank (Melbourne)
Swadlincote139 11,372 11,472 1
Aston123 21,168 21,103 2
Newhall and Stanton83 4862 4992 3
Woodville104 31,125 3940 4
Etwall39 11603 6795 5
Stenson54 5629 5708 6
Midway53 6593 7625 7
Church Gresley53 7558 8547 9
Hilton44 8511 9581 8
Willington and Findern43 9441 11356 12
Linton42 10471 10416 10
Seales31 12321 12393 11
Repton21 14204 14240 14
Hatton12 15130 15183 15

Melbourne 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 (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.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Public order (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 85 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20256
May 202514
April 20259
March 20259
February 20256
January 20258
December 20246
November 20244
October 202411

A total of 16 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20244

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20251
January 20251

A total of 44 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.89 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20251
May 20255
April 20252
March 20257
February 20256
January 20256
December 20245
October 20246

A total of 21 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
January 20252
October 20241

A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
December 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 1 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 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
January 20251

High Crime Locations Melbourne in July 2025

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

1. Castle Mills (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Hatton Court (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Robinson'S Hill (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Penn Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Market Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Jubilee Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Station Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Woodlands Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Lampad Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Beech Avenue (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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