Is Borrowash and Ockbrook Safe?
Crime statistics for Borrowash and Ockbrook. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 283 total crimes recorded in Borrowash and Ockbrook
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Borrowash and Ockbrook — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Borrowash and Ockbrook safe?
Borrowash and Ockbrook has a CrimeRadar safety score of 62/100, rated Average. A total of 283 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 15% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Borrowash and Ockbrook are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Borrowash and Ockbrook in the last 12 months?
283 crimes were recorded in Borrowash and Ockbrook in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 15% compared to the previous 12-month period (333 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 124 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Borrowash and Ockbrook?
The most common crime in Borrowash and Ockbrook is Violent Crime, with 124 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 43.8% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Borrowash and Ockbrook increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Borrowash and Ockbrook is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 15% — from 333 crimes in the previous 12 months to 283 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Borrowash and Ockbrook?
Borrowash and Ockbrook has a safety score of 62 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Borrowash and Ockbrook compare to the Derbyshire Constabulary average?
Borrowash and Ockbrook has a safety score of 62/100, while the Derbyshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Borrowash and Ockbrook is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Borrowash and Ockbrook?
35% of crimes recorded in Borrowash and Ockbrook resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Derbyshire Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Borrowash and Ockbrook?
124 violent crimes were recorded in Borrowash and Ockbrook in the last 12 months — representing 43.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 35 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Borrowash and Ockbrook last updated?
The crime data for Borrowash and Ockbrook was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Borrowash and Ockbrook with other areas?
You can compare Borrowash and Ockbrook with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.