Hadfield Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of Hadfield's population size (15,826 residents), 77 crimes in June 2024 translate to a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 people — 40.2% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This places Hadfield among the safer built-up areas in the UK. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 23.4% of total crimes (18 incidents), followed by burglary (23.4%, 18 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (20.8%, 16 incidents). These figures contrast with the UK averages for these categories, where violence and sexual offences are 60% higher and burglary is 267% higher in Hadfield. Seasonal factors may influence these trends, as June marks the start of summer and longer days, potentially increasing outdoor activity and tourism in surrounding rural areas. The relatively low overall crime rate may reflect Hadfield's character as a semi-rural built-up area with limited commercial density compared to major urban centres, though the sharp increase in burglary suggests localized vulnerabilities. Anti-social behaviour, which is 29% below the UK average, may be mitigated by community cohesion or policing strategies in public spaces, though further analysis of specific locations would be needed to confirm this. The crime profile illustrates a balance between routine property crimes and interpersonal violence, with no clear dominance of one category over others.

June 2024 saw dramatic shifts in crime patterns compared to May 2024, with burglary surging by 350% (from 4 to 18 incidents) and vehicle crime doubling (from 0 to 4). This spike in property crimes contrasts with an 80% drop in shoplifting (from 5 to 1), possibly reflecting seasonal changes in retail activity or policing focus. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, fell by 10% month-on-month (from 20 to 18), though they remain 60% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Burglary's 267% above UK average (1.1 vs 0.3 per 1,000) raises questions about localized risk factors, such as targeted properties or seasonal vulnerabilities in residential areas. Anti-social behaviour, the third most common category, is 29% below the UK average, potentially indicating effective community engagement or environmental design reducing public disorder. These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal factors, policing interventions, and local demographics, though further investigation would be needed to identify specific causes.

Hadfield's crime rate rose 20.5% from 4.0 per 1,000 in May 2024 to 4.9 per 1,000 in June 2024, reflecting a monthly increase of 1.9 crimes. This translates to an average of 3 crimes per day in June, a figure that contextualizes the pace of criminal activity for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 206 residents — a monthly exposure rate that, while higher than May's 252 residents per crime, remains significantly below the UK average when scaled to Hadfield's population. The area's population of 15,826 means that even modest increases in crime can be statistically notable, though the overall rate remains well below the UK average. This comparison underscores Hadfield's relative safety, even as specific categories like burglary deviate from national norms. The monthly exposure metric (1-in-206) provides a tangible reference for residents, illustrating that while crime is not absent, it is infrequent enough to be a low-probability event for most individuals in the area. These figures highlight the importance of maintaining localized crime prevention measures while recognizing the broader demographic and geographic factors that contribute to Hadfield's distinct crime profile.