Derbyshire Constabulary

Is Whitwell Safe?

Crime statistics for Whitwell. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.

Last 12 months: April 2025 – March 2026 350 crimes
57 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

350 Crimes (last 12 months)
34.6% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓1.7% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 350 total crimes recorded in Whitwell

Violent Crime
113 32.3%
Anti-Social Behaviour
54 15.4%
Shoplifting
41 11.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
32 9.1%
Public Order
31 8.9%
Burglary
23 6.6%
Other Theft
21 6%
Vehicle Crime
16 4.6%
Other Crime
7 2%
Drugs
4 1.1%
Robbery
4 1.1%
Possession of Weapons
3 0.9%
Theft from Person
1 0.3%
Bicycle Theft
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Whitwell — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Whitwell safe?

Whitwell has a CrimeRadar safety score of 57/100, rated Average. A total of 350 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 1.7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Whitwell are broadly in line with the UK average.

How many crimes were recorded in Whitwell in the last 12 months?

350 crimes were recorded in Whitwell 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 1.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (356 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 113 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Whitwell?

The most common crime in Whitwell is Violent Crime, with 113 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 32.3% 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 Whitwell increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Whitwell is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 1.7% — from 356 crimes in the previous 12 months to 350 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Whitwell?

Whitwell has a safety score of 57 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 Whitwell compare to the Derbyshire Constabulary average?

Whitwell has a safety score of 57/100, while the Derbyshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Whitwell 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 Whitwell?

34.6% of crimes recorded in Whitwell 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 Whitwell?

113 violent crimes were recorded in Whitwell in the last 12 months — representing 32.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 54 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 Whitwell last updated?

The crime data for Whitwell 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 Whitwell with other areas?

You can compare Whitwell 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.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: March 2026.