Hadfield Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hadfield’s crime rate in April 2025 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 50.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure, while historically low for the area, masks localized shifts that demand scrutiny. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 33.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%) and criminal damage and arson (11.7%). The built-up nature of Hadfield, nestled within High Peak, likely contributes to the prominence of property-related offences, though the area’s overall safety remains evident. Seasonal factors, such as the Easter period and the transition to spring, may have influenced activity patterns, with increased outdoor engagement potentially linked to the rise in criminal damage and arson. However, the low crime rate overall suggests that the area’s infrastructure—including community policing efforts or well-lit public spaces—continues to deter more severe incidents. Violence and sexual offences, while the most common category, were still 50% below the UK average, reflecting a broader trend of lower violent crime in this part of the country. The absence of major spikes in burglary or theft from the person further reinforces Hadfield’s relative security, though the 100% increase in drug-related crimes raises questions about emerging challenges that may require tailored local responses.

April 2025 marked a significant 100% increase in drug-related crimes, with two incidents reported—double the previous month’s count. This surge, though still modest in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors such as Easter gatherings or increased social interactions during spring. Concurrently, 'other crime' also rose by 100%, with three incidents reported, suggesting potential gaps in local monitoring or unaddressed vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson climbed by 75%, from four to seven incidents, a jump that could indicate targeted vandalism or the influence of weather-related disruptions. Public order offences fell by 44.4%, from nine to five, a decline that may align with reduced alcohol-fuelled incidents during the Easter period. While violence and sexual offences remained the most common category (33.3% of total crimes), they were 50% below the UK average, illustrating Hadfield’s continued safety profile despite these localized increases.

April 2025 saw a 13.1% increase in Hadfield’s overall crime rate, rising from 3.4 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. While this remains 50.6% below the UK average, the shift deserves closer attention. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the local rhythm of a built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial zones. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 264 residents—a rate that, when contextualised against the area’s population of 15,826, underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents. However, the month-on-month rise highlights a need for vigilance, particularly as seasonal factors like Easter and springtime activity may influence local crime patterns. The population-scaled perspective shows that while individual risk remains minimal, the upward trend in specific categories, such as drug-related offences, demands attention from residents and local authorities alike.