Is Buxton Rural East Safe?
Crime statistics for Buxton Rural East. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 124 total crimes recorded in Buxton Rural East
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Buxton Rural East — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Buxton Rural East
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Compare Buxton Rural East With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Buxton Rural East safe?
Buxton Rural East has a CrimeRadar safety score of 73/100, rated Safe. A total of 124 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 3.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Buxton Rural East is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Buxton Rural East in the last 12 months?
124 crimes were recorded in Buxton Rural East 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 3.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (129 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 60 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Buxton Rural East?
The most common crime in Buxton Rural East is Violent Crime, with 60 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 48.4% 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 Buxton Rural East increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Buxton Rural East is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 3.9% — from 129 crimes in the previous 12 months to 124 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Buxton Rural East?
Buxton Rural East has a safety score of 73 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Buxton Rural East compare to the Derbyshire Constabulary average?
Buxton Rural East has a safety score of 73/100, while the Derbyshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Buxton Rural East 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 Buxton Rural East?
0% of crimes recorded in Buxton Rural East 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 Buxton Rural East?
60 violent crimes were recorded in Buxton Rural East in the last 12 months — representing 48.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 15 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 Buxton Rural East last updated?
The crime data for Buxton Rural East 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 Buxton Rural East with other areas?
You can compare Buxton Rural East 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.