Glossop Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Glossop’s overall crime rate in September 2024 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This marked improvement reflects a combination of consistent community policing efforts and seasonal factors influencing local crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 40.2% of all reported crimes, with 45 incidents recorded—a rate of 2.5 per 1,000. This category was 5% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Glossop’s relatively low levels of violent crime compared to other UK areas. Shoplifting emerged as the second most common crime type, with 19 incidents (17.0% of total), though this category saw a significant spike, exceeding the UK average by 62%. The seasonal context of September—marking the start of the academic year and the return of university students—likely contributed to this increase, as retail areas often experience higher foot traffic and associated theft risks. Public order offences, at 15 incidents (13.4% of total), also rose above the UK average by 43%, potentially linked to the social dynamics of a mixed-use built-up area with both residential and commercial zones. Anti-social behaviour saw a 53.6% decline from August, with 13 incidents reported, a rate 40% below the UK average. This drop may be attributed to targeted interventions during the summer months or the natural ebb of seasonal social activity as the academic year resumed.

September 2024 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with some categories rising sharply while others declined. Shoplifting increased by 111.1% compared to August, jumping from nine to 19 incidents. This surge, which placed the category 62% above the UK average, may be tied to the return of students and the start of the academic year, creating heightened pressure on retail environments. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 53.6%, with 13 incidents reported—a rate 40% below the UK average. This decline could reflect the effectiveness of local enforcement strategies or the seasonal transition from summer to autumn, which often sees a reduction in public gatherings. Another significant change was the 200% increase in 'other crime' reports, rising from one to three incidents. This category, though small in scale, highlights the need for continued vigilance in addressing emerging or less common criminal activities. Meanwhile, vehicle crime doubled from zero to two incidents, a 100% increase, though this remained 78% below the UK average. The drop in burglary cases, down by 33.3% from three to two incidents, suggests that targeted measures in residential areas may have had a measurable impact. Drugs-related offences fell by 80% compared to August, with only one incident reported, a rate 58% below the UK average. This decline could be linked to seasonal factors, as the end of the summer period often correlates with reduced drug-related activity in built-up areas.

Glossop’s crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 in September 2024 represented a 3.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.4 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but sustained trend of improvement. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of four crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the overall rate in terms of local residents’ immediate experiences. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 162 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than many comparable UK areas. This statistic underscores the relatively low crime burden faced by Glossop’s population, particularly when compared to the UK average. The built-up area’s population of 18,101 residents provides further context, as the crime rate per capita remains well below the national benchmark. This comparison highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies and community engagement initiatives in maintaining a safer environment. While some categories, like shoplifting, exceeded the UK average, others such as anti-social behaviour and burglary were below national levels. This mixed picture suggests that Glossop’s crime profile is shaped by its unique demographic and geographic characteristics, including its role as a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial land uses. The monthly exposure rate of 1-in-162 residents also illustrates that, despite the increases in certain categories, the overall risk of experiencing a crime remains comparatively low for Glossop’s population.