Buxton (High Peak) Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Buxton (High Peak) recorded a crime rate of 8.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 14.3% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This rate translates to a 0.88% chance of an individual experiencing a crime during the month, though this is a statistical average and does not predict personal risk. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences (29.4% of total crimes), closely followed by anti-social behaviour (23.9%) and public order offences (11.7%). These figures align with Buxton's character as a historic market town with a mix of residential areas, tourism infrastructure, and seasonal activity patterns. The springtime context of April—marked by Easter events, warmer weather, and increased foot traffic—likely contributes to higher public order and anti-social behaviour rates, as outdoor spaces become more crowded. Violence and sexual offences, while slightly lower than the previous month (down 19.7%), remain at the UK average level (2.6 per 1,000), suggesting consistent challenges in managing incidents in public spaces. The town's relatively small population (20,386) means crime rates are more sensitive to fluctuations, though the overall profile remains broadly in line with national trends for similar-sized built-up areas.

April 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and other theft rising by 133% (from 6 to 14). These increases may reflect seasonal patterns, such as Easter-related travel or changes in parking habits during the spring. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 19.7% (from 66 to 53), though this remains at the UK average level for the category. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences were higher than the UK average, with anti-social behaviour at 58% above and public order offences at 85% above the national rate. This divergence may be linked to Buxton's tourism-driven economy, where transient populations and increased social activity in public spaces can amplify low-level disorder. The town's vehicle crime rate (0.2 per 1,000) was 47% below the UK average, due to lower traffic density or effective local policing in car parks and residential areas. Residents might find the 133% rise in other theft particularly relevant, as this category often includes crimes like burglary and theft from vehicles—common concerns for homeowners and commuters.

Buxton's crime rate in April 2025 (8.8 per 1,000) marked a 5.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 8.4 per 1,000, reflecting the volatility of crime statistics in smaller communities. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately 6 crimes reported each day in the built-up area, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents than the per-1,000 statistic. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 113 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Buxton in the upper half of UK built-up areas for its size. When compared to the UK average, Buxton's anti-social behaviour rate (2.1 per 1,000) was 58% higher, highlighting a particular challenge in managing community disorder. This contrast becomes starker when considering categories like shoplifting, where Buxton's rate (0.6 per 1,000) was 9% below the UK average (0.7 per 1,000), possibly due to the town's lower retail density compared to larger urban centres. The population context is also critical: with 20,386 residents, even small fluctuations in crime numbers can affect perceptions of safety, especially in areas where crime is concentrated. This underscores the importance of localized data in understanding the lived experience of crime in Buxton.