Hadfield Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Hadfield, 4.7 crimes were reported in May 2023 — a rate 41.2% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 2 crimes per day for the built-up area’s 15,826 residents. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (36.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (20.3%) and criminal damage (9.5%). These figures align with seasonal patterns in May, when longer evenings and bank holidays often lead to increased outdoor socialising. Violence and sexual offences in Hadfield were 39% below the UK average (2.8 per 1,000), suggesting a lower prevalence of violent incidents compared to national trends. Anti-social behaviour also fell significantly below the UK rate (25% below), potentially reflecting community cohesion or effective local policing. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (78% below UK average) may be linked to Hadfield’s character as a smaller, less densely populated built-up area within High Peak, where car theft is less common than in urban centres. While the overall crime rate remains low, the seasonal context — including warmer weather and extended daylight — may have influenced the types of incidents recorded, particularly in public spaces.

May 2023 saw a stark 500% increase in public order offences, rising from 1 to 6 incidents — a jump that could reflect heightened social activity during bank holidays or longer evenings. Burglary rates also surged by 150%, with 5 incidents reported compared to 2 in April, possibly indicating seasonal vulnerabilities in residential security. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 80%, from 10 to 2 incidents, a decline that may align with reduced traffic or improved vehicle security measures. Violence and sexual offences remained below the UK average, with 27 incidents (1.7 per 1,000) — 39% lower than the national rate of 2.8 per 1,000. This suggests that Hadfield’s built-up area may have stronger community policing or fewer high-risk environments compared to other regions. The sharp rise in public order offences highlights a specific concern for residents, as these incidents often occur in public spaces and may impact local quality of life. The data also shows that other theft fell by 40% (from 10 to 6), due to increased awareness or fewer opportunities for theft during the month. These shifts in crime patterns underscore the importance of monitoring seasonal trends and local factors that influence criminal activity.

Hadfield’s crime rate in May 2023 (4.7 per 1,000) was 11.9% lower than the previous month’s rate of 5.3 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend over the past two months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day — a figure that, while low, could be of interest to residents concerned about local safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 214 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than many comparable UK areas. This statistic provides context for residents: for someone living in Hadfield, the likelihood of experiencing a crime in May was roughly 0.047%, compared to the UK average of 0.08%. The built-up area’s population of 15,826 means that even small changes in crime rates can have measurable impacts on individual risk. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the 500% increase in public order offences raises questions about localized factors — such as increased foot traffic during holidays or changes in community behaviour — that may have temporarily elevated this category. The comparison to the UK highlights Hadfield’s generally safer environment, though specific categories like public order require closer attention as they deviate from the national trend.