Hadfield Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

August 2023 recorded a crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents in Hadfield, a built-up area within High Peak, placing it 51.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a 32.3% increase from the previous month, underscores the area’s consistently low crime profile. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (25 incidents, 41% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (16 incidents, 26.2%) and public order offences (9 incidents, 14.8%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month that often sees increased tourism and associated risks. The rise in violence and sexual offences, though below the UK average, may reflect the dynamics of a small, densely populated area where social interactions during the summer months could contribute to higher rates of such incidents. Anti-social behaviour, while also below the UK average, saw a significant increase, linked to the influx of visitors and the challenges of managing community spaces during peak season. Public order offences, which include disturbances in public places, also rose sharply, highlighting the need for continued vigilance in maintaining public safety. The overall crime mix in Hadfield remains skewed toward violent crimes compared to property crimes, a trend that may be influenced by the area’s character as a small, built-up community where interpersonal conflicts are more likely to escalate. This contrasts with broader UK trends, where property crimes often dominate. The seasonal context of August, with its associated tourism and holiday activity, likely plays a role in shaping these patterns, though the area’s low crime rates overall suggest that local factors—such as community engagement and effective policing—continue to mitigate risks. The data also indicates that categories like burglary and vehicle crime remain significantly below UK averages, reinforcing the idea that Hadfield’s crime profile is distinct from national trends.

August 2023 marked a stark rise in burglary and public order offences in Hadfield, with both categories seeing a 200% increase from July. Burglary, which had only one reported incident in July, jumped to three in August, a sharp uptick that may be linked to the summer holiday season and increased vacancy in homes. Public order offences also surged, rising from three to nine, a trend consistent with the influx of visitors during peak tourist months. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, increasing by 77.8% as the number of incidents rose from nine to 16. This spike in disruptive behaviour may reflect heightened social activity in the area during August, though it remains significantly below the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 80%, from five to one incident, a decline that could indicate improved community vigilance or reduced opportunities for such crimes during the summer. The overall mix of crimes in Hadfield remains skewed toward violence and sexual offences (41% of total crimes), which are 39% below the UK average. This suggests that while specific categories are rising, the area’s broader crime profile continues to diverge from national trends.

August 2023 saw a 32.3% increase in Hadfield’s crime rate compared to July, rising from 2.9 to 3.9 per 1,000 residents. This shift, while notable, remains well below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. Locally, the daily crime count averaged two incidents per day across 31 days, a figure that reflects the area’s consistently low overall crime levels. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 259 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relatively sparse nature of criminal activity in this built-up area. When contextualised against the population of 15,826, the 61 total crimes recorded represent a manageable burden for local policing and community resources. This rate is particularly striking when compared to the UK’s broader trend, where the average resident faces roughly double the risk. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Hadfield remains a low-crime environment, even as specific categories like burglary and public order offences show sharp month-on-month increases. These figures, while concerning, do not yet suggest a systemic shift in the area’s crime profile.