Hadfield Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Hadfield’s crime profile in October 2023 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for nearly 56% of all reported crimes. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes often take precedence. The area’s overall crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents — 58.8% below the UK average — underscores its relatively low exposure to criminal activity. Seasonal factors may have influenced this mix, as the transition into darker evenings and the timing of Halloween could have heightened concerns around public safety. While shoplifting and public order offences remained below UK averages, the sharp increase in violence and sexual offences suggests a need for targeted community engagement. The low levels of property crime, particularly in categories like burglary and vehicle theft, align with Hadfield’s character as a built-up area within High Peak, likely benefiting from a stable residential environment. These patterns may reflect the area’s demographic composition, where community cohesion and local policing efforts contribute to lower rates of property-related crime. However, the rise in violence highlights the need for continued vigilance, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or during peak social hours.

October 2023 saw a 38.1% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 21 to 29 incidents. This surge, while significant, still places the rate at 1.8 per 1,000 — 33% below the UK average for this category. Conversely, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour both declined sharply, with anti-social behaviour dropping by 91.7% (from 12 to 1 incidents). The most pronounced change was in drug-related crimes, which doubled from zero to two incidents — a 100% increase. This shift suggests a temporary uptick in drug activity. Burglary also rose by 100%, from two to four incidents, reflecting a potential seasonal vulnerability in residential areas. The rate of criminal damage and arson fell by 70%, aligning with the area’s generally low levels of property-related crime.

Hadfield's crime rate in October 2023 dropped to 3.3 per 1,000 residents, a 33.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.9. This decline suggests a continued trend of reduced criminal activity, though the absolute numbers remain low compared to national averages. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day, translating to one reported crime for every 304 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights that the likelihood of encountering crime in Hadfield is significantly lower than in many other parts of the UK. When contextualised against the local population of 15,826, the crime rate illustrates a community where residents face minimal risk of victimisation compared to the national average. While the drop in crime is notable, the absolute numbers remain small, reinforcing the area’s position as a relatively safe built-up zone within High Peak.