The key crime statistics for Glossop, a Built-Up Area (BUA) located in High Peak, for 2025 indicate a generally safe environment. With a population of 18,101, Glossop reported a crime rate of 86.4 incidents per 1,000 residents. To put this in perspective, the UK national average crime rate for 2025 was 91.6 incidents per 1,000 people. This suggests that Glossop experiences slightly fewer crimes than the average town or city in the United Kingdom.
The safety score for Glossop in 2025 was 82 out of 100. The UK average safety score for the same period was 79. A higher safety score indicates a greater perceived level of safety within the area. This score considers factors beyond just crime statistics, potentially including perceptions of safety, community cohesion, and the presence of visible security measures.
It's important to note that crime statistics represent reported crimes and may not fully reflect the extent of all criminal activity. However, the data provides a valuable benchmark for understanding the relative safety of Glossop compared to the national average. The lower crime rate and higher safety score suggest that Glossop is a relatively safe place to live and work. Further investigation into specific crime types within Glossop might provide a more nuanced understanding of local safety concerns, but based solely on these figures, Glossop demonstrates a commendable level of safety relative to the UK as a whole.