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

Chapel-en-le-Frith’s crime profile in October 2024 reveals a stark anomaly in burglary rates, which surged to 0.7 per 1,000 residents—112% above the UK average. This contrasts with the area’s overall crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000, a figure 38.3% below the UK average of 8.1. The most prevalent crime category, violence and sexual offences (50% of total), remains 6% below the UK average at 2.5 per 1,000, a trend consistent with the area’s relatively low population density and limited nightlife. Anti-social behaviour (11.1%) and public order offences (8.3%) also fall significantly below national averages, reflecting the quiet, residential character of the built-up area within High Peak. Seasonal factors likely play a role in the crime mix: shorter evenings and Halloween may have influenced patterns of anti-social behaviour. drop in such incidents compared to September suggests other mitigating factors. The low property crime rate (22%)—with shoplifting and other thefts both below UK averages—aligns with the area’s sparse retail presence and limited foot traffic. However, the 400% spike in burglary raises questions about targeted activity, possibly linked to the region’s proximity to major transport routes. While the overall safety profile remains strong, the disproportionate rise in burglary warrants scrutiny of local vulnerabilities.

Burglary rates in Chapel-en-le-Frith leapt 400% in October 2024, rising from 1 to 5 incidents—an 112% jump above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This sharp increase, coupled with a 100% rise in other theft and possession of weapons, suggests a shift in criminal focus during the month. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell 42.9% compared to September, though the category remains 53% below the UK average at 0.6 per 1,000. The violent crime category, while dominating the crime mix (50% of total), stays 6% below the UK average, a pattern consistent with the area’s low population density and limited commercial activity. Shoplifting and public order offences both dropped below UK averages by 58% and 29% respectively, likely reflecting reduced pedestrian activity during October’s shorter evenings. Residents should note that burglary rates, though low overall, are now 3.7 times the UK average, a figure that may partly explain increased police patrols in the area. The absence of significant spikes in property crime—despite Halloween—contrasts with national trends, highlighting the unique character of this rural-adjacent community.

Chapel-en-le-Frith’s crime rate rose 24.0% from 4.1 per 1,000 in September to 5.0 per 1,000 in October, marking the first increase in a year. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 1 crime per day in October, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 199 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while modest, reflects the area’s small population of 7,167, where even minor fluctuations in crime can have noticeable impacts. Compared to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, Chapel-en-le-Frith remains significantly safer, though the burglary spike complicates this narrative. The 400% month-on-month increase in burglary—now 0.7 per 1,000—raises questions about whether the area’s rural location and proximity to transport links have made it a target for opportunistic offenders. For residents, the data underscores the importance of securing properties despite the overall low crime environment. While violent crime remains 6% below the UK average, the burglary anomaly highlights the need for tailored local policing strategies that balance the area’s safety record with emerging risks.