High Peak Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

High Peak's crime profile in October 2023 was defined by a marked anomaly in burglary rates, which stood at 0.5 per 1,000 residents—47% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This stark contrast to the overall rate of 6.3 per 1,000, which was 21.3% below the national average, highlights the combination of factors influencing local crime patterns. The most prevalent category, violence and sexual offences (230 cases, 39.9% of total crimes), mirrored a UK-wide trend but remained 7% below the national average (2.7 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour (76 cases, 13.2% of total) and public order offences (50 cases, 8.7%) were both significantly lower than UK averages, suggesting a relatively stable social environment. Seasonal shifts may have influenced these patterns: the transition to darker evenings and Halloween activities could have contributed to the 39.9% share of violent crimes. The area's lower-than-average rates for property crimes such as shoplifting (down 51.7% from September) and vehicle crime (down 62%) indicate that local initiatives or environmental factors may be playing a role. However, the spike in burglary—a category typically associated with urban centres—raises questions about the specific vulnerabilities of High Peak's housing stock or community dynamics, warranting further exploration.

October 2023 saw a 300% increase in robbery incidents, rising from one to four cases, a stark shift that warrants attention. This surge contrasts with a 66.7% drop in bicycle theft, which fell from three to one, likely reflecting seasonal factors such as reduced cycling activity during darker evenings. The breakdown of crime types reveals a striking anomaly: burglary in High Peak was 47% above the UK average (0.5 per 1,000 vs 0.3 per 1,000), despite the overall rate being significantly lower nationally. This discrepancy may partly explain the area's unique crime profile. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime both experienced sharp declines, with shoplifting falling by 51.7% (from 58 to 28 cases) and vehicle crime dropping by 62% (from 14 to 5 cases). These reductions could be attributed to heightened police presence or community initiatives, though such explanations remain speculative without further data.

High Peak's crime rate in October 2023 (6.3 per 1,000 residents) marked a 9.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.9 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. This decline aligns with broader patterns observed in the area over recent months. On a daily basis, the district recorded approximately 19 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity within local communities. When viewed through the lens of monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 159 residents over the course of October, illustrating a relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This statistic, combined with the 21.3% reduction in the overall rate compared to the national average, suggests that High Peak remains a safer area than many parts of the UK. The population-scaled perspective reinforces this, as the total number of crimes (577) is spread across 91,959 residents, translating to a manageable level of risk for most households.