Buxton Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Buxton’s crime profile in November 2024, accounting for nearly half of all reported incidents. At 8.1 per 1,000 residents, the area’s crime rate is 6.6% above the UK average, reflecting a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. This figure is driven by a surge in violent crimes—82 incidents, or 4.0 per 1,000 residents—which is 55% higher than the UK average for this category. The seasonal context of November, marked by dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and the Black Friday shopping rush, likely contributes to the elevated rates of violent and property crimes. Shoplifting and public order offences also feature prominently, with the former at 1.0 per 1,000 residents (45% above the UK average) and the latter at 0.8 per 1,000 (57% above). These patterns align with Buxton’s character as a small town with a mix of tourist attractions and retail areas, which may heighten opportunities for theft and disorder. While the town’s crime rate remains above the national average, the dominance of violent crime suggests a need for targeted interventions, such as increased policing during high-risk periods or community initiatives to address underlying factors like alcohol-related incidents or disputes. The relatively low rate of burglary (0.3 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) contrasts with the higher rates of property crimes, indicating that the nature of local crime is more closely tied to interpersonal conflicts and public spaces rather than residential or vehicle-related offences.

November 2024 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with other crime reporting a 400% increase from October, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This surge, alongside a 150% rise in drug-related offences and a 100% increase in other theft, points to emerging trends that warrant attention. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 40%, burglary dropped by 37.5%, and criminal damage and arson decreased by 25%, indicating some areas of improvement. The dominance of violent crimes—accounting for 49.7% of all incidents—places Buxton 55% above the UK average for this category, a stark contrast to the 55% below average rate for vehicle crime. These figures suggest a combination of local factors and broader regional trends, with the sharp rise in other crime potentially linked to seasonal events such as Black Friday shopping or Bonfire Night. For residents, the 400% increase in other crime highlights the need for heightened vigilance in specific areas or during particular times.

Buxton’s crime rate in November 2024 stood at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, a 7.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.7 per 1,000. This decline suggests a slight improvement in local safety. above the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 124 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents within the population. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 6 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the persistent nature of local crime despite the downward trend. When compared to other UK towns, Buxton’s rate places it in the upper tier of crime statistics, though the reduction from October indicates potential progress in addressing local issues. This monthly exposure figure, while not a daily metric, offers residents a clear sense of the scale of crime relative to their community size.