These are the 8 areas of Chesterfield with the highest rates of shoplifting

Cases of shoplifting have increased across Chesterfield, the latest figures have confirmed.

By kyle wilson

Published 13th Dec 2020, 17:28 BST

Statistics from police.uk show there were 29 incidents reported in September, rising to 34 in October this year.

Below is a list of all the areas in Chesterfield worst affected by shoplifters in September.

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There were as many as 12 incidents of shoplifting reported near New Beetwell Street.

1. New Beetwell Street, Town Centre.

There were as many as 12 incidents of shoplifting reported near New Beetwell Street. Photo: Google

There were another 8 cases of shoplifting reported near South Place.

2. South Place, Town Centre.

There were another 8 cases of shoplifting reported near South Place. Photo: Google

A further 6 counts of shoplifting were recorded near Knifesmithgate.

3. Knifesmithgate, Town Centre.

A further 6 counts of shoplifting were recorded near Knifesmithgate. Photo: Google

There were at least 3 more counts of shoplifting reported near South Street.

4. South Street, Town Centre.

There were at least 3 more counts of shoplifting reported near South Street. Photo: Google