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

Chapel-en-le-Frith’s crime rate in November 2024 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 28.9% below the UK average. This continued trend of lower crime rates compared to national figures highlights the area’s relative safety, despite a month-on-month increase of 8.4% to 5.4 per 1,000. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 59% of all crimes, though this rate remains higher than the UK average for the category. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—may have contributed to the elevated levels of violent crime. Property crimes, in contrast, remained well below UK averages, with shoplifting and vehicle crime both recording figures 42% and 77% lower than national rates, respectively. This divergence suggests that local factors, such as the area’s smaller population and possibly lower levels of commercial activity compared to urban centres, may play a role in shaping these patterns. The relatively low incidence of burglary and theft from the person further reinforces the idea that Chapel-en-le-Frith’s crime profile is distinct from larger, more densely populated areas. While the increase in drug-related crimes and criminal damage raises questions about local dynamics, the overall picture remains one of a community with a consistently lower crime burden than the UK average.

Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 59% of all crimes, though this rate is 24% above the UK average. A stark increase in drug-related crimes saw a 300% rise from October, with four incidents reported compared to one in the previous month. This surge, coupled with a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson, highlights shifting patterns that may relate to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night. Conversely, burglary dropped by 80%, from five to one incident, marking a significant decrease. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, with a 100% increase to one reported incident. These fluctuations suggest a combination of local events and crime dynamics. Residents may note that while violent crime remains a concern, property-related offences are consistently below UK averages, particularly in theft from the person and burglary.

Chapel-en-le-Frith’s crime rate in November 2024 rose by 8.4% compared to October, moving from 5.0 to 5.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, contrasts with the area’s continued position below the UK average. Locally, the average resident faces a 1-in-184 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime over the course of the month, reflecting the small population and low overall rates. Daily crime figures show 1 incident per day, a figure that, while seemingly high, is contextualised by the area’s limited population. This translates to a manageable frequency for local authorities to address through routine policing. When compared to the UK average, Chapel-en-le-Frith remains significantly safer, with its crime rate 28.9% lower than the national figure. This gap persists despite the month-on-month rise, underscoring the area’s broader trend of maintaining lower crime levels relative to other parts of the country.