Crime in Alvaston South: statistics, rates and trends
1,767 crimes were recorded in Alvaston South in the 12 months to July 2026, 120.5 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 9% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Alvaston South at a glance
- Crime trends in Alvaston South
- Types of crime in Alvaston South
- Alvaston South compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Alvaston South
- What happened after crimes were reported in Alvaston South
- Population and deprivation in Alvaston South
- Questions about crime in Alvaston South
- About this data
1,767 crimes were recorded in Alvaston South in the 12 months to July 2026, 120.5 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 9% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 826 reports (47% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Alvaston South has the 820th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Alvaston South | Derby | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,767 | 36,488 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 120.5 | 133.1 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +9% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 14,659 | 274,149 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Alvaston South was highest in the year to July 2020 (2,075 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (1,543). Over the whole period it rose 15%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,767 | 120.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,624 | 110.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,745 | 119.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,850 | 126.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,009 | 137.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,075 | 141.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,075 | 141.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,836 | 125.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,543 | 105.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 161 |
| June 2026 | 164 |
| May 2026 | 180 |
| April 2026 | 165 |
| March 2026 | 161 |
| February 2026 | 129 |
| January 2026 | 132 |
| December 2025 | 146 |
| November 2025 | 145 |
| October 2025 | 126 |
| September 2025 | 127 |
| August 2025 | 131 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Alvaston South over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for violence and sexual offences, shoplifting, public order.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+141%) and other crime (+35%). The largest falls were in burglary (-34%) and other theft (-31%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 826 | 56.3 | 1.65 | +13% |
| Shoplifting | 183 | 12.5 | 1.51 | +141% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 174 | 11.9 | 0.77 | -8% |
| Public order | 137 | 9.3 | 1.41 | -22% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 115 | 7.8 | 1.16 | +15% |
| Other theft | 68 | 4.6 | 0.73 | -31% |
| Vehicle crime | 64 | 4.4 | 0.89 | -6% |
| Other crime | 50 | 3.4 | 1.62 | +35% |
| Drugs | 49 | 3.3 | 1.02 | +26% |
| Burglary | 37 | 2.5 | 0.71 | -34% |
| Possession of weapons | 26 | 1.8 | 1.83 | +53% |
| Robbery | 21 | 1.4 | 1.06 | +11% |
| Theft from the person | 13 | 0.9 | 0.52 | +86% |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.3 | 0.33 | -73% |
Violence and sexual offences in Alvaston South
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Alvaston South recorded 826 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (56.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 46.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Alvaston South
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Alvaston South recorded 183 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 141% on the year before. It made up 10.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Alvaston South
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Alvaston South recorded 174 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 9.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Alvaston South
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Alvaston South recorded 137 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 7.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Alvaston South
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Alvaston South recorded 115 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Alvaston South
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Alvaston South recorded 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Alvaston South
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Alvaston South recorded 64 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Alvaston South
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Alvaston South recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 35% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Alvaston South
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Alvaston South recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Alvaston South
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Alvaston South recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 34% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Alvaston South
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Alvaston South recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 53% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Alvaston South
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Alvaston South recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Alvaston South
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Alvaston South recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 86% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Alvaston South
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Alvaston South recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 73% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Alvaston South, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Alvaston South.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Alvaston South |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alvaston North | 3,062 | 172.5 | +43% |
| Chellaston & Shelton Lock | 1,168 | 74.3 | -38% |
| Sinfin & Osmaston | 2,428 | 135.1 | +12% |
| Normanton | 2,741 | 114.0 | -5% |
| Arboretum | 5,677 | 287.6 | +139% |
| Chaddesden East | 1,331 | 125.9 | +4% |
| Spondon | 928 | 73.0 | -39% |
| Blagreaves | 1,040 | 66.1 | -45% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Alvaston South over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 163 |
| On or near Parking Area | 97 |
| On or near Alward'S Close | 68 |
| On or near A514 | 47 |
| On or near Harlow Close | 43 |
| On or near Holtlands Drive | 40 |
| On or near Boulton Lane | 39 |
| On or near Shalfleet Drive | 38 |
| On or near Epworth Drive | 38 |
| On or near Hawtrey Gardens | 34 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Alvaston South over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 657 | 37.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 376 | 21.3% |
| Under investigation | 214 | 12.1% |
| Not recorded | 174 | 9.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 89 | 5.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 71 | 4.0% |
| Local resolution | 55 | 3.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 43 | 2.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 43 | 2.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 26 | 1.5% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 9 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 5 | 0.3% |
Alvaston South has an estimated population of 14,659. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Alvaston South sits in decile 3.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Alvaston South |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 21.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 61.9% |
| Social rented homes | 24.0% |
| Private rented homes | 13.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.3 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 10.0% |
Is Alvaston South a safe place to live?
Alvaston South recorded 120.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Alvaston South?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 826 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by shoplifting (183).
Is crime in Alvaston South going up or down?
Recorded crime in Alvaston South was up 9% on the year before: 1,767 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,624 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Alvaston South?
Alvaston South is policed by Derbyshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Alvaston South. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.