Crime Rate in Willington and Findern: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Willington and Findern

The total recorded crimes in Willington and Findern, South Derbyshire, UK in February 2026 are around 31 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Willington and Findern crime rate of 8.31 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 Willington and Findern, encompassing approximately 3,731 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (-18.18% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (700.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
Willington and Findern Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 3
  • Appleby Close with total crimes: 2
  • Dudley Drive with total crimes: 2

How safe is Willington and Findern?

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

  • Relative to South Derbyshire:

    • In 2024, Willington and Findern demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Derbyshire average, with 441 crimes compared to 615.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Willington and Findern recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 14 other areas in the South Derbyshire.

    • In 2023, Willington and Findern had fewer crimes than the South Derbyshire average, with 356 crimes compared to 640. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Willington and Findern recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 14 other areas in the South Derbyshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Willington and Findern Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Willington and Findern crimes were 441. The crime rate of Willington and Findern in 2024 was 118.17 (year) or 9.85 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the South Derbyshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Willington and Findern were around 356 crimes with yearly crime rate of 95.40 (year) or 7.95 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the South Derbyshire.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Willington and Findern)CrimesRank (Willington and Findern)CrimesRank (Willington and Findern)
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
MelbourneNA NA234 13251 13
ReptonNA NA204 14240 14
HattonNA NA130 15183 15

Willington and Findern 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 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 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 (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 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 (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 24 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.85 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20265
January 20261
December 20252
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
August 20252
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 57 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.38 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20265
December 20251
November 20252
October 20257
September 20251
August 202511
July 20255
June 20254
May 20257
April 20254
March 20255
February 20252

A total of 213 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 16.38 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20269
January 202611
December 202516
November 202514
October 202519
September 202518
August 202525
July 202525
June 202524
May 202520
April 202514
March 20259
February 20259

A total of 63 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.85 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20268
January 20261
December 20255
November 20255
October 20257
September 20254
August 20254
July 20256
June 20257
May 20252
April 20253
March 20258
February 20253

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261

A total of 44 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
December 20251
November 20256
September 202510
August 20251
July 20251
June 20252
May 20255
April 20252
March 20251
February 202511

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
August 20251
June 20251
April 20252
February 20252

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

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
September 20251

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20252
October 20251
September 20251
August 20257
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
August 20251
July 20251
June 20252

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
September 20252
July 20251
June 20251
April 20253
February 20252

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251

High Crime Locations Willington and Findern in February 2026

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Other theft1
2. Appleby Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Dudley Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Chester Road (Map)
Total2
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Twyford Close (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Other theft1
6. Hopton Drive (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Somerton Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Corby Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Ashby Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Canterbury Drive (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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