Is Sandiacre Safe?
Crime statistics for Sandiacre. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 730 total crimes recorded in Sandiacre
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Sandiacre — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sandiacre safe?
Sandiacre has a CrimeRadar safety score of 18/100, rated High Crime. A total of 730 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 0.7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Sandiacre are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Sandiacre in the last 12 months?
730 crimes were recorded in Sandiacre 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 0.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (735 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 297 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Sandiacre?
The most common crime in Sandiacre is Violent Crime, with 297 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 40.7% 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 Sandiacre increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Sandiacre is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 0.7% — from 735 crimes in the previous 12 months to 730 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Sandiacre?
Sandiacre has a safety score of 18 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Sandiacre compare to the Derbyshire Constabulary average?
Sandiacre has a safety score of 18/100, while the Derbyshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Sandiacre is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Sandiacre?
21.3% of crimes recorded in Sandiacre 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 Sandiacre?
297 violent crimes were recorded in Sandiacre in the last 12 months — representing 40.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 166 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 Sandiacre last updated?
The crime data for Sandiacre 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 Sandiacre with other areas?
You can compare Sandiacre 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.