Crime Rate in Midway: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Midway

The total recorded crimes in Midway, South Derbyshire, UK in July 2025 are around 53 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Midway crime rate of 3.30 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 Midway, encompassing approximately 16,063 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (27) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (140.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
Midway Crime Hotspots

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

  • Truro Close with total crimes: 7
  • Burton Road with total crimes: 5
  • Field View with total crimes: 4

How safe is Midway?

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

  • Relative to South Derbyshire:

    • In 2024, Midway demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Derbyshire average, with 593 crimes compared to 615.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Midway witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 14 other areas in the South Derbyshire.

    • In 2023, Midway had fewer crimes than the South Derbyshire average, with 625 crimes compared to 640. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Midway witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 14 other areas in the South Derbyshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Midway Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Midway has recorded 53 crimes with crime rate of 3.30 ranking 6th out of 14 in the South Derbyshire, UK

In 2024, the total Midway crimes were 593. The crime rate of Midway in 2024 was 36.92 (year) or 3.08 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the South Derbyshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Midway were around 625 crimes with yearly crime rate of 38.91 (year) or 3.24 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the South Derbyshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Midway)CrimesRank (Midway)CrimesRank (Midway)
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
Church Gresley53 7558 8547 9
Hilton44 8511 9581 8
Willington and Findern43 9441 11356 12
Linton42 10471 10416 10
Seales31 12321 12393 11
Melbourne25 13234 13251 13
Repton21 14204 14240 14
Hatton12 15130 15183 15

Midway 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 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 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 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20252
April 20257
March 20252
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20246

A total of 256 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 25.60 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202527
June 202524
May 202523
April 202524
March 202523
February 202532
January 202526
December 202427
November 202429
October 202421

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.89 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20257
May 20255
April 20253
March 20257
February 20254
December 20242
November 20244
October 20249

A total of 50 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.56 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20255
May 20257
April 20256
March 20252
February 20255
January 20255
December 20245
October 20243

A total of 31 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20253
April 20254
March 20255
February 20253
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20254
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20254
January 20253
December 20241
October 20243

A total of 21 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252
March 20255
January 20252
November 20244
October 20242

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
November 20242
October 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 17 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20254
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241

High Crime Locations Midway in July 2025

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

1. Truro Close (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
2. Burton Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Field View (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Nursery Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Elmsleigh Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
6. Eastfield Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Lincoln Way (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Lichfield Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Beards Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Windsor Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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