Thursday 14th July 2011

The Home Office published the annual crime figures for England and Wales for 2010-11 earlier today.

They're good news for Derbyshire as the data suggests that crime overall in the county has reduced from 68,005 in 2009/10 to 65,884 in 2010/11 - meaning there were more than 2,000 fewer victims this year compared to last year.

Compared to 2002/03, when National Crime Recording Standards were introduced across the country, there are 37,000 fewer victims of crime, an overall reduction of 36 per cent.

The end of year figures also saw domestic burglary reduced by two per cent, vehicle crime by 16 per cent and criminal damage by 12 per cent. Anti-social behaviour incidents were reduced by eight per cent. Violent crime as a whole rose by four per cent.

Chief Constable Mick Creedon (left) said: "It's a fantastic achievement to have recorded an eighth year in a row of crime reductions.

"I must pay tribute to the commitment, dedication and hard work of all our officers and staff. Once again they have managed to achieve a reduction.

"It's also important to recognise that the police are only one part of the fight against crime - numerous partner agencies across the city and county make a huge contribution, but perhaps most important is the work done by local communities which suffer from crime, but can often make the longest lasting difference by standing up and challenging unacceptable behaviour.

"This is part of a long term reduction but it is also just one part of policing. You only have to look back over the year at the many major and complex inquiries we have dealt with.

"A lot of the work we do around preventing crime and protecting vulnerable people can often go unseen.

"It can be hard for the public to wade their way through such figures and people understandably have difficulty deciding what’s important and what’s not.

"For me there's one important figure that isn't included in all this data and that is how satisfied are victims of crime with the service you give them.

"Reducing crime is essential but making sure we treat people fairly, keeping them informed, giving them a good service - that is a fundamental part of our business and at the moment 90 per cent of victims we deal with say they are satisfied."

Mr Creedon said he was conscious that violent crime was the one area going in the wrong direction.

He added: "It is something I am very aware of and we have a detailed plan on how to tackle it. Much of it is alcohol related but nevertheless, it is an area we have work to do in. I am pleased to see that in the first three months of this year that we are seeing the tide beginning to turn."

Philip Hickson, Chairman of Derbyshire Police Authority, said: "These results are very impressive, particularly when considered against a backdrop of funding cuts and organisational change.

"Eight consecutive years of crime reduction shows that there has been no let-up when it comes to police performance and our commitment to keep Derbyshire people safe.

"The reductions in key areas of concern for local people, such as anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime and criminal damage, illustrate that we listen and respond to local needs."

The national data also highlighted what the public's own views of crime are through the British Crime Survey.

As part of this analysis:

• 56.2 per cent of people questioned thought Derbyshire Constabulary did an excellent or good job
  
  
• 57.1 per cent said they thought police dealt with local concerns
  
  
• 53.8 per cent said police and local councils dealt with issues that matter to them
  
  
• 50.1 per cent thought police and local council seek people’s views

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As part of an operation to tackle car, scrap metal and diesel thefts, Officers from Derbys and Notts stopped and checked dozens of vehicles travelling along the border More...

THEFTS FROM WAR MEMORIAL STUNS COMMUNITY -
A War Memorial Plaque was stolen from the gates of a Church, just days after Remembrance Sunday. More...

POLICE APPEAL AFTER CAR DAMAGE -
Police are appealing for information after a number of cars were vandalised in two separate incidents in Chesterfield.
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WARNINGS ABOUT 'LEGAL HIGHS' IN CHESTERFIELD -
Police in Chesterfield are warning people of the dangers of so-called 'legal highs' after officers executed a drugs warrant at a business in Chesterfield More...

APPEAL FOR HELP ON BURGLARIES -
Officers investigating a series of burglaries targeting elderly residents in Chesterfield are appealing for information about the break-ins. More...

LAST ORDERS FOR UNDERAGE DRINKING -
The North East Derbyshire's Safe Secure and Responsible campaign is helping to raise awareness of responsible drinking, safe sex and anti-social behaviour amongst teenagers. More...

TEEN VANDALS FINED AND MADE TO APOLOGISE -
Nine teenagers who smashed a woman's front window using potatoes and bars of soap have been made to pay £1,000 and write letters of apology to the victim. More...

APPEAL AFTER CARS DAMAGED ON CHESTERFIELD STREET -
Derbyshire Police have issued an appeal for information after ten cars were badly scratched along Rothervale Road in Chesterfield More...

CRACK DOWN ON NUISANCE BEHAVIOUR IN CHESTERFIELD -
As part of patrols carried out over the last two weeks aimed at tackling anti social behaviour and underage drinking, More...

KEEP SAFE WHILST YOU SHOP -
After several purse thefts in the Market Place, more than 100 purse chains were handed out earlier this week as part of an awareness day to crack down on pickpockets. More...

CHESTERFIELD POLICE HUNT FOR RACIST VANDALS -
Police are appealing for information after vandals sprayed racist graffiti outside Hasland Medical Centre. More...

JOINING FORCES TO TACKLE TRUANCY -
This week saw a Chesterfield school and local police Officers teaming up to tackle and highlight the problem of truancy and non-attendance. More...

SHOPKEEPERS CAUGHT OUT IN UNDER-AGE SALES TEST -
Over half the pubs and clubs tested in an undercover operation in Staveley and Chesterfield were found to be selling alcohol to under 18's. More...

9th ANNUAL 'MAPPA' REPORT PUBLISHED -
The report highlights the work undertaken via Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) to protect individuals and communities from risks posed by dangerous offenders. More...

LIGHT UP AND KEEP YOUR HOME SAFE -
"Your house was left in darkness - if we noticed, a burglar would!" That's the message on cards being left by officials from NE Derbyshire CounciL More...

MISSING PERSON APPEAL -
Police are appealing for help to try to trace Calow man Jason Walters, 38, missing since Wednesday October 20th. More...

DRIVERS BREATHALYSED TO HIGHLIGHT DRINK-DRIVE DANGERS -
Drink-driving is a serious offence and drivers need to be aware of the very real consequences of their actions. More...

CRACKDOWN ON ENVIRONMENTAL CRIME IN
NE DERBYSHIRE -
In a new initiative, NE Derbyshre District Council and Derbyshire police have joined forces in order to tackle 'enviro-crimes'. More...

INFORMATION SOUGHT AFTER CENOTAPH THEFTS -
Derbyshire Police are appealing for information after four plaques were stolen from a war memorial in Ridgeway More...