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Burglary Rates in Matlock West

Derbyshire Dales, East Midlands, England

Data: 2025-05 to 2026-04 · Source: data.police.uk

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Matlock West recorded 10 burglaries in the last 12 months. Burglary here is 69% below the UK average. A good alarm system helps keep it that way.

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Burglaries (12 months)

10

1.04 per 1,000 residents

UK average (per 1,000)

3.4

England & Wales

Total crimes (12 months)

746

77.6 per 1,000 residents

69% below the UK average68% below the East Midlands regional average

How does Matlock West rank?

Within Derbyshire Dales

18 of 21 neighbourhoods

UK-wide safety percentile

11th percentile

Higher crime than most UK neighbourhoods

Monthly burglary trend

2025-05 to 2026-04

1
4
1
2
2
May 25
Jun 25
Jul 25
Aug 25
Sept 25
Oct 25
Nov 25
Dec 25
Jan 26
Feb 26
Mar 26
Apr 26

Crime breakdown

2025-05 to 2026-04

Violence & Sexual
278
37%
Other Crime
184
25%
Anti-social Behaviour
131
18%
Shoplifting
100
13%
Drug Offences
28
4%
Vehicle Crime
11
1%
Burglary
10
1%
Theft from Person
4
1%
Robbery
0
0%

Property mix in Matlock West

Source: Census 2021 · 4,522 households

Detached 33%Semi-detached 33%Terraced 20%Flats 14%

The most common property type in Matlock West is Detached. Property type is one of the key factors that influences burglary risk.

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What this means for Matlock West homeowners

Most homes in Matlock West are detached, which influences where a burglar is most likely to try. Based on the local burglary rate and property mix, homeowners here may want to prioritise:

  • A visible external bell box to deter opportunists
  • Door contacts on all main entry doors
  • Window sensors on accessible ground-floor and rear windows
  • Smart motion detection for hallways and main living areas
  • A video doorbell or CCTV on entry points
  • App alerts so you know the moment a sensor is triggered
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Crime data from data.police.uk. Population and household data from Census 2021. Mid-2024 ONS population estimates used where applicable. Data covers 2025-05 to 2026-04.

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