High Peak Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

High Peak's November 2024 crime profile reflects a continuation of the area's generally low crime profile, with the overall rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents marking a 14.2% decrease from October and 28.9% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 47.2% of all reported crimes, making them the most prevalent category, though they remained 3% below the UK average. Public order offences, which rose sharply by 40% to 63 cases, were 37% above the UK average, a contrast to the consistently lower rates observed in property-related crimes. Shoplifting, for example, was 42% below the UK average, while burglary and vehicle crime were also significantly lower, reflecting the area's rural character and limited urban density. Seasonal factors appear to have played a role in shaping these patterns, with the post-Christmas period likely contributing to the drop in theft from the person and bicycle theft. However, Bonfire Night and other community events may have temporarily increased public order offences. The breakdown of crime types shows a persistent trend of lower violent crime rates compared to national benchmarks, which aligns with High Peak's demographic and geographic characteristics. These patterns are consistent with historical data, which suggests that the area's relatively isolated nature and limited commercial activity outside of core towns contribute to its lower crime rates. The combination of these factors, along with the impact of seasonal events, creates a unique crime profile that continues to diverge from national averages.

November saw a 75% decrease in bicycle theft, with incidents falling from four to one—a shift that may reflect seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. Similarly, theft from the person dropped by two-thirds, from three to one, potentially linked to lower foot traffic during the post-Christmas shopping period. These reductions contrast with a 40% increase in public order offences, which rose from 45 to 63 cases, a trend that could be influenced by Bonfire Night events and heightened community activity in local town centres. The 'drugs' category also saw a 30% increase, rising from 10 to 13 incidents, though this remains significantly below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, remained 3% below the UK average at 2.5 per 1,000, illustrating a persistent trend of lower violent crime rates compared to national benchmarks. Residents may find the sharp drop in bicycle theft particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a possible correlation between reduced visibility of bikes during winter and fewer theft opportunities. The decrease in theft from the person aligns with broader patterns of reduced retail activity in the post-Christmas period, though local authorities may still monitor public order offences closely given their 37% increase above the UK average. These shifts highlight the combination of seasonal dynamics and local policing priorities.

High Peak's November 2024 crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents represents a 14.2% decline from October's 6.3 per 1,000, continuing a sustained downward trend. This rate places the area 28.9% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a gap that has widened slightly over the past year. On a daily basis, High Peak recorded an average of 16 crimes per day in November, a figure that aligns with the area's generally low crime profile compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 186 residents, a statistic that contextualises the rate within the local population. This monthly exposure figure underscores the relatively low likelihood of encountering crime for residents, though localised factors such as seasonal events may temporarily influence specific categories. The area's demographic and geographic characteristics—likely a mix of rural and semi-rural areas with limited urban density—may naturally contribute to lower crime rates compared to more densely populated regions. These patterns are consistent with High Peak's historical data, which shows a persistent gap between its crime rates and national benchmarks, particularly in property-related offences. The combination of lower population density, limited commercial activity outside of core towns, and the absence of major transport hubs likely plays a role in maintaining this disparity.