Hadfield Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hadfield’s crime rate in August 2025 stood at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places it 60.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This continued gap from national levels reflects the area’s status as a relatively safe built-up district within High Peak, where low population density and strong community engagement likely contribute to lower crime rates. The top three crime categories—violence and sexual offences (45.1% of total), anti-social behaviour (23.5%), and other theft (7.8%)—illustrate local challenges that differ from broader UK trends. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.5 per 1,000, remain 48% below the UK average, suggesting that the area’s social fabric may buffer against more severe forms of crime. Anti-social behaviour, while still below the UK rate, highlights persistent issues in public spaces that may be exacerbated by seasonal factors such as the influx of tourists during August. Other theft, including vehicle crime and burglary, shows a mixed picture: while vehicle crime is 74% below the UK average, the 100% increase in burglary cases from July to August raises questions about the impact of holiday-related absences. The seasonal context of August—as a peak month for tourism and temporary population shifts—may explain some of these fluctuations. For instance, the rise in burglary could be linked to empty homes left unoccupied during the summer, a vulnerability that contrasts with the UK’s typically higher property crime rates. The area’s low crime profile, however, remains a consistent feature, with violent crime rates significantly below national levels and a strong focus on community policing likely playing a role in maintaining this trend.

The most striking change in August 2025 was a 100% increase in burglary cases, rising from zero to two incidents. This sharp rise aligns with the seasonal context of August as a peak holiday month, when increased tourism and vacant properties may create opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Violence and sexual offences also saw a 15% monthly increase, with 23 reported cases—still significantly below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000 (48% lower). Anti-social behaviour rose by 9.1%, though it remained 45% below the UK average. Conversely, several categories saw notable declines: criminal damage and arson fell by 50%, and public order offences dropped by 40%, possibly reflecting the dispersal of transient populations during the summer. The breakdown of crimes reveals a shift in the balance between property and violent crime, with violent offences accounting for 45.1% of total incidents—higher than property crimes (21.6%)—a trend that contrasts with the UK’s typically higher property crime rates. Residents may find the 100% increase in burglary particularly concerning, as it highlights vulnerabilities in securing homes during extended absences.

August 2025 saw Hadfield’s crime rate dip slightly to 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a 3.9% decrease from July’s 3.4 per 1,000. This continued downward trend aligns with the area’s consistently low crime profile, which has remained well below the UK average for over a decade. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of two incidents per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s small population and limited urban density. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 310 residents, a ratio that underscores the relative safety of the built-up area within High Peak. This monthly exposure rate is particularly significant for local residents, as it contextualises the likelihood of encountering crime in everyday life. The population-scaled perspective further highlights how Hadfield’s low crime rate contrasts sharply with larger urban centres, where crime rates often exceed 10 per 1,000. The combination of low population density and strong community policing likely contributes to this sustained safety record, though seasonal factors in August—such as increased tourism and empty homes—may have temporarily elevated burglary risks.