Glossop Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 18,101, Glossop recorded 118 crimes in December 2023 — translating to 6.5 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 9.7% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000, reflecting a safer-than-average environment for the area. The crime profile shows a stark division between violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences (46 incidents) accounting for nearly 40% of the total, followed by shoplifting (24 incidents) and criminal damage and arson (11 incidents). These patterns align with December’s seasonal rhythm: dark evenings, empty homes during the Christmas holiday, and heightened retail activity may partly explain the prominence of property crimes. The town’s built-up character within the rural High Peak area likely contributes to this balance — while its proximity to natural landscapes may reduce opportunities for certain crimes, its small-scale retail and community spaces could drive shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Violent crime remains a persistent concern, with 46 incidents reported, though this category is 5% below the UK average. The data suggests a combination of local demographics and seasonal pressures, but the overall crime rate remains comfortably below the national benchmark.

December 2023 saw dramatic shifts in crime trends. Drug-related incidents surged by 500% compared to November, jumping from one to six cases — a stark anomaly that may reflect unseasonal activity or heightened enforcement. Criminal damage and arson rose 120% (from five to 11 cases), possibly linked to festive decorations or unoccupied homes during the holiday period. Vehicle crime doubled (from zero to two incidents), though this remains far below the UK average. Conversely, other theft fell 44.4% (from nine to five cases), and anti-social behaviour dropped 30.8% (from 13 to nine cases), suggesting temporary reductions in public disorder. The breakdown of crime types reveals striking contrasts: shoplifting is 165% above the UK average (2.4 vs 0.5 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour is 46% below (0.5 vs 0.9 per 1,000). These disparities highlight Glossop’s unique profile — a rural built-up area where retail-focused crimes are amplified by seasonal shopping, but community-oriented crimes are mitigated by smaller population density. The 46 violent crimes reported represent 39% of total incidents, yet this category is 5% below the UK average, illustrating the area’s relative safety in this domain.

December’s crime rate (6.5 per 1,000) marked an 11.3% increase from November’s 5.9 per 1,000.7% below the UK average. This monthly jump translates to roughly four crimes reported each day in Glossop — a figure that, while significant, is consistent with the area’s smaller population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 153 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the area’s population, this means residents face a 0.65% chance of being directly affected by crime in any given month — a probability lower than the UK average. The previous month’s lower rate (5.9 per 1,000) may have been influenced by seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings and reduced foot traffic during the pre-Christmas period. However, the 11.3% rise in December suggests that the town’s built-up character within High Peak may experience heightened crime during peak holiday periods, particularly in retail zones. This comparison reinforces Glossop’s position as a safer-than-average area, even as it navigates the challenges of seasonal fluctuations.