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 July 2025 are around 43 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Willington and Findern crime rate of 11.52 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (4.17% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
Willington and Findern Crime Hotspots

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

  • Appleby Close with total crimes: 7
  • Penrith Drive with total crimes: 5
  • Somerton Close with total crimes: 4

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 July 2025 the Willington and Findern has recorded 43 crimes with crime rate of 11.52 ranking 9th out of 14 in the South Derbyshire, UK

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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Willington and Findern)CrimesRank (Willington and Findern)CrimesRank (Willington and Findern)
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
Linton42 10471 10416 10
Seales31 12321 12393 11
Melbourne25 13234 13251 13
Repton21 14204 14240 14
Hatton12 15130 15183 15

Willington and Findern 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 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.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 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 13 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 37 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20257
April 20254
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243

A total of 158 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 15.80 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202525
June 202524
May 202520
April 202514
March 20259
February 20259
January 202510
December 202413
November 202421
October 202413

A total of 43 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.78 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20257
May 20252
April 20253
March 20258
February 20253
January 20256
December 20243
October 20245

A total of 18 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20253
February 20252
January 20251
October 20243

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
January 20251
November 20242

A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241

A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20255
April 20252
March 20251
February 202511
January 20254
December 20244
November 20244
October 20246

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 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

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20252
February 20252
November 20243
October 20241

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
December 20242
October 20242

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Willington and Findern in July 2025

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

1. Appleby Close (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour3
2. Penrith Drive (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
3. Somerton Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Hopton Drive (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Waterside (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
6. Green Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Clifton Drive (Map)
Total1
Public order1
8. Dudley Drive (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Oakham Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
10. Cardales Close (Map)
Total1
Drugs1

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