High Peak Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The balance between property and violent crime in High Peak during September 2024 reveals a distinct pattern that may reflect local dynamics. Violent crimes accounted for 41.9% of all incidents, significantly outweighing property crimes (6.3% for shoplifting, 3.8% for burglary). This 3.3-to-1 ratio of violent to property crime contrasts with the UK average, where violent crime typically constitutes around 30% of total incidents. The area’s crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents places it 28.6% below the UK average of 7.7, a gap consistent with High Peak’s character as a largely rural district with limited urban density. Violence and sexual offences (212 incidents) were the most common category, followed by anti-social behaviour (85 incidents), both of which are 12% and 23% below their respective UK averages. This suggests a focus on community-level issues rather than major urban crime trends. Seasonal factors may play a role: with September marking the start of the school year and university freshers’ week, increased social activity in town centres could contribute to higher incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the absence of significant spikes in property crimes like burglary or vehicle crime (both 35% and 56% below UK averages) indicates that local security measures or lower population density may be mitigating these risks. The relatively low rate of theft from the person (100% below UK average) further supports the idea that High Peak’s rural nature limits opportunities for such crimes. This month’s data underscores a need to address interpersonal conflicts and public order issues while maintaining the lower base rates that define the area’s crime profile.

September 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with possession of weapons increasing by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents), a sharp rise that may signal heightened tensions or unreported incidents. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 42.9% (from 14 to 8), a decline that could reflect ongoing community initiatives or reduced social activity during the early autumn. The property-violent crime balance remained skewed, with violent crime accounting for 41.9% of all incidents compared to 14.5% for property crimes (excluding anti-social behaviour). This 3:1 ratio is more pronounced than the UK average, where violent crime typically constitutes around 30% of total incidents. The violent crime category itself was 12% below the UK average (2.3 vs 2.6 per 1,000), a figure that might seem contradictory at first but aligns with High Peak’s rural character, where interpersonal conflicts are more likely to be addressed locally rather than escalating into severe violence. Meanwhile, shoplifting rose by 18.5% (27 to 32 incidents), suggesting seasonal shopping activity or targeted retail crime. For residents, the 100% reduction in theft from the person (from 3 to 4 incidents) provides a concrete example of how local conditions can significantly lower specific crime risks compared to national trends.

High Peak’s crime rate in September 2024 (5.5 per 1,000 residents) marked a 5.0% decrease from August’s rate of 5.8, reflecting a continuing downward trend that has persisted for several months. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 17 crimes per day, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of 1 crime for every 182 residents. This ratio places High Peak well within the lower end of the UK spectrum for crime density, particularly when compared to major urban centres. The previous month’s rate (5.8) and current rate (5.5) highlight a steady but modest reduction, likely influenced by seasonal factors such as the start of the academic year. With 91,959 residents, the population-scaled perspective shows that even a small number of incidents can have a visible impact on community perception. The 28.6% gap between High Peak’s rate and the UK average (7.7) is particularly striking when considering that the area’s rural nature typically correlates with lower crime rates. This contrast is amplified by categories like vehicle crime (56% below UK average) and burglary (35% below), which are affected by the lack of dense urban environments. The monthly exposure metric (1-in-182) also provides a tangible benchmark for residents, illustrating that while crime is not absent, its frequency is markedly lower than in more densely populated areas.