Hadfield Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hadfield’s crime profile in February 2024 reveals a stark contrast to the UK average, with a rate of 2.7 crimes per 1,000 residents—62% below the national figure of 7.1. This low rate is consistent with the area’s character as a small, rural built-up area within High Peak, where community cohesion and limited urban density likely contribute to reduced opportunities for certain crimes. The most prevalent category was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 38.1% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (21.4%) and public order offences (11.9%). These figures align with the seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by lower outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull in social events. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Hadfield (0.6 per 1,000) was 76% below the UK average of 2.5, reflecting a pattern consistent with rural areas where community ties and informal social controls may deter such crimes. Property crimes, including burglary and vehicle crime, remained well below national averages, with burglary at 0.3 per 1,000—matching the UK average—and vehicle crime at 0.1 per 1,000, 77% below the UK rate. These trends suggest that Hadfield’s crime profile is shaped by its geographic isolation and the absence of large retail or nightlife hubs that often drive higher rates of property and violent crime in urban centres. The low overall rate underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies and the resilience of the community in maintaining safety during the winter months.

February 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with public order offences surging by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents) and vehicle crime doubling (from 0 to 2). This increase in public order offences may partly explain the rise in anti-social behaviour, which itself jumped by 77.8% (from 9 to 16 incidents)—a sharp contrast to the 43.8% decline in violence and sexual offences. The latter’s drop, from 16 to 9 incidents, aligns with seasonal patterns, as colder weather and reduced social gatherings may limit opportunities for such crimes. Other crime—defined as unclassified incidents—was 43% above the UK average, though only three incidents were reported, suggesting a minor anomaly rather than a systemic issue. The most pronounced decrease was in criminal damage and arson, which fell by 88.9% (from 9 to 1), reflecting the impact of winter conditions on outdoor activities. For residents, the 77% reduction in vehicle crime compared to the UK average (0.4 per 1,000) offers a tangible safety benefit, particularly for those relying on cars in a rural area with limited public transport. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns and the need to monitor emerging trends closely.

Hadfield’s crime rate in February 2024 (2.7 per 1,000) marked a 16.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.2, continuing a trend of declining incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 29-day period, a figure that may appear low but reflects the small population of 15,826 residents. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 377 residents over the course of the month—a rate significantly lower than the UK average. This monthly exposure metric provides residents with a concrete sense of their personal risk, though crime distribution can be uneven across different parts of the area. The previous month’s rate of 3.2 per 1,000 suggests that the drop in February may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the reduced activity associated with winter and the pre-spring lull in social events. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the 1-in-377 figure underscores the importance of maintaining local initiatives that reinforce community safety. Residents should also consider that the daily crime count, while low, represents a cumulative total of 42 incidents across the entire area, highlighting the need for continued vigilance in areas where crimes are concentrated.