Glossop Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 18,101 residents, Glossop recorded 101 crimes in December 2024, equating to one crime for roughly every 179 residents over the course of the month. This crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents places the area 21.1% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a consistent trend observed in recent months. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.7% of all reported incidents (32 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.8%, 22 cases) and shoplifting (14.9%, 15 cases). These patterns align with the seasonal context of December, a month marked by Christmas shopping, extended evening darkness, and the temporary absence of residents from their homes during holiday travel. While violence remains a significant concern, its rate of 1.8 per 1,000 is 30% below the UK average, suggesting local factors may contribute to this relative safety. Anti-social behaviour, however, stands out as a notable outlier, with its rate of 1.2 per 1,000 being 28% above the UK average. This could be linked to the increased social activity and potential overcrowding in public spaces during the festive season, though further analysis would be required to confirm this hypothesis. The relatively low rates of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) also reflect the area’s characteristics as a built-up area within High Peak, where residential density and community presence may act as deterrents to property-related offences.

December 2024 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, including anti-social behaviour (100% rise from 0 to 22 cases), theft from the person (100% rise from 0 to 1 case), and bicycle theft (100% rise from 0 to 1 case). These jumps, though small in absolute terms, highlight emerging trends that warrant attention. The category of anti-social behaviour, in particular, rose to a rate of 1.2 per 1,000 residents—28% above the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000. This increase may be partly explained by the festive season’s social dynamics, such as crowded public spaces and heightened alcohol consumption in local areas. Conversely, several categories saw decreases, including burglary (a 71.4% drop from 7 to 2 cases) and public order offences (a 46.7% drop from 15 to 8 cases). The decline in burglary could be attributed to the typically lower incidence of such crimes during the winter months, when homes are more likely to be occupied by residents rather than left unattended. Other theft also fell by 75%, from 4 to 1 case, though this small number makes it difficult to discern whether this reflects a genuine trend or statistical noise. The overall crime mix remained skewed toward violent and disorderly offences, with property crimes accounting for 35.6% of all incidents (36 cases) and violent crimes making up 31.7% (32 cases). This balance suggests that local policing priorities and community initiatives may be more effective in addressing property-related crimes compared to violent ones, though further data would be needed to confirm this.

The crime rate in Glossop for December 2024 remained stable at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, matching the rate recorded in November. This consistency suggests that the area’s crime profile is relatively stable across months, despite the seasonal fluctuations observed in specific categories. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day during December, a figure that is likely influenced by the holiday season’s unique social and environmental conditions. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure to crime translates to one reported crime for every 179 residents, a statistic that provides context for how frequently residents might encounter crime in their daily lives. This rate is lower than the UK average, which underscores Glossop’s position as a relatively safe built-up area within High Peak. The stability in overall crime rates contrasts with the more pronounced shifts seen in individual categories, such as the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and the significant drop in burglary. These variations highlight the importance of viewing crime statistics through both a monthly and a category-specific lens to fully understand local trends. Residents should also consider that the 1-in-179 monthly exposure figure is a snapshot of the entire month and does not account for daily fluctuations that may occur due to events or weather patterns.