Hadfield Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hadfield’s crime rate in August 2024 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 50% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This performance underscores Hadfield’s status as a relatively safe built-up area within High Peak, though the data reveals a complex picture of crime patterns. The top three crime types—burglary (27.7%), violence and sexual offences (24.6%), and anti-social behaviour (21.5%)—highlight a mix of property-related and interpersonal issues. Burglary, in particular, emerged as a significant concern, with its rate of 1.1 per 1,000 far exceeding the UK average by 244%. This anomaly may be linked to the seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month when empty homes and temporary absences could increase burglary risks. Conversely, violent crimes and anti-social behaviour remained well below national benchmarks, reflecting the area’s lower incidence of serious offences. The data also shows that property crimes, including other theft and criminal damage, collectively accounted for 55% of all incidents, suggesting a focus on property-related vulnerabilities. While the overall crime rate is low, the sharp rise in burglary compared to previous months indicates a need for targeted measures to address this specific threat, particularly during the summer season when such risks may be amplified.

August 2024 marked a stark contrast in crime trends, with burglary surging by 500% compared to July, driven by 18 incidents—nearly a third of all crimes reported. This sharp increase, from three to 18 cases, may partly explain the area’s elevated burglary rate of 1.1 per 1,000, 244% above the UK average. Meanwhile, violent crimes fell by 51.5%, with 16 incidents reported in August, down from 33 in July. This decline aligns with the 63% reduction in violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 37%.9 per 1,000 remains below the UK average. The most notable shift was in public order offences, which fell by 62.5% to three cases, suggesting a reduction in disturbances during the busy August holiday period. For residents, the 244% spike in burglary highlights a critical vulnerability, particularly in areas with empty properties during the summer months.

August 2024 saw a 15.6% decrease in Hadfield’s crime rate compared to July, dropping from 4.9 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the area’s historically lower crime profile relative to the UK average, which remains 50% higher at 8.2 per 1,000. Locally, the monthly crime rate translates to roughly two reported crimes per day—slightly below the average for built-up areas of similar size. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 243 residents, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents in a community of 15,826 people. This monthly exposure is significantly lower than the UK average, which would see one crime for every 123 residents. The population-scaled perspective highlights Hadfield’s effectiveness in managing crime despite its urban characteristics, though the sharp rise in burglary warrants further scrutiny. The shift from July to August reflects a seasonal pattern, with fewer crimes reported during the summer holidays, though this may be influenced by temporary factors such as increased police presence or community initiatives.