Chapel-en-le-Frith Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Chapel-en-le-Frith, 4.9 crimes were reported in January 2026—a figure 27.9% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This relatively low rate translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime per resident in the built-up area, which sits within High Peak, a region characterized by its mix of rural and small-town communities. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.1% of all incidents, followed by drugs (11.4%) and anti-social behaviour (11.4%). Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns: January’s post-holiday period, reduced retail footfall, and shorter daylight hours likely contributed to a decline in outdoor crimes typical of busier months. However, the area’s small-town character, with a population of 7,167, means that localised factors—such as the proximity of rural areas or the presence of community hubs—may have amplified certain crime types. For instance, the high rate of violence and sexual offences could be linked to the area’s social dynamics, while the surge in criminal damage and arson may reflect isolated incidents or targeted activity. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.5 per 1,000, yet Chapel-en-le-Frith’s rate of 1.8 per 1,000 suggests a lower risk in this category, despite the 27.8% month-on-month decrease. This contrast highlights the area’s unique crime profile, shaped by its geographic and demographic context.

Violence and sexual offences saw a 27.8% decrease in January 2026, dropping from 18 to 13 incidents, a shift that may reflect seasonal patterns or local initiatives. Conversely, criminal damage and arson surged by 200%, rising from one to three cases—a sharp increase that stands out against the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. Drug-related crimes also doubled, aligning with an 114% gap above the national rate, suggesting a growing challenge in this category. Anti-social behaviour, though down 35% from the UK average, remained a notable concern, with 11.4% of all crimes falling into this category. Residents might find the 200% rise in criminal damage and arson particularly noteworthy, as it could signal increased vulnerability in public spaces or targeted activity.

In January 2026, Chapel-en-le-Frith’s crime rate rose 20.5% compared to December 2025’s 4.1 per 1,000, marking the first increase in the past year. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day across its 7,167 residents, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 205 residents. This rate, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns: while overall crime remains significantly below the UK average, the rise in January suggests seasonal or localized factors may be at play. The population-scaled perspective highlights that residents face a lower risk than the national average, yet the increase in certain categories—such as criminal damage and arson—demands closer attention. For context, the UK’s average crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 underscores Chapel-en-le-Frith’s relative safety. month-on-month rise indicates a need for monitoring trends in specific offence types.