Chapel-en-le-Frith Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Chapel-en-le-Frith's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 35.7% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This relatively low rate is consistent with the built-up area's characteristics, though the crime profile shows distinct seasonal patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.6% of all reported crimes, followed by Other theft at 20.5% and anti-social behaviour at 15.4%. The prominence of violent crime may reflect the area's role as a commuter hub and its proximity to outdoor recreational spaces, which see increased activity during summer. The UK average for violent crime (2.9 per 1,000) is 16% higher than Chapel-en-le-Frith's rate, suggesting the area's safety measures or demographic composition may contribute to this gap. However, the sharp rise in Other theft—now 86% above the UK average for this category—highlights a significant divergence. This category's increase could be linked to the summer season, with more unsecured property in public spaces or transient populations. Anti-social behaviour, while down 45% from the UK average, also rose 20% month-on-month, reflecting the impact of festivals and events. The overall crime rate remains modest, but the shift in crime types underscores the need for targeted monitoring during peak summer activity.

The most striking shift in July 2024 was the 100% increase in Other theft, rising from 4 to 8 incidents. This jump outpaced all other categories and occurred despite a 33.3% decline in shoplifting. Violence and sexual offences also surged by 70%, climbing from 10 to 17 cases—a stark contrast to the 35.7% below UK average for this category. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by half, aligning with a 50% reduction in the previous month. The area's violent crime rate (2.4 per 1,000) remains 16% below the UK average, but the surge in Other theft (1.1 per 1,000) is 86% above the national rate for this category. Residents may find the 100% increase in Other theft particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a sudden shift in criminal focus that could relate to seasonal factors or localized vulnerabilities.

Chapel-en-le-Frith's crime rate rose 25.6% in July 2024 compared to 4.3 per 1,000 in June, marking the first monthly increase since early 2024. Daily crime activity averaged one reported incident per day over the 31-day period, a figure that aligns with typical summer patterns in this small built-up area. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-184 residents reflects a relatively low baseline compared to national averages, though the upward trend suggests shifting dynamics. The increase coincides with peak summer activity, including festivals and school holidays, which may contribute to higher foot traffic in public spaces. However, the absolute numbers remain modest, with no category exceeding 2.4 per 1,000 in any single category. The population context—7,167 residents—means each resident faces a statistically low risk of direct involvement, though the rise in specific crime types warrants attention.