High Peak Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 91,959 residents, High Peak recorded 483 crimes in February 2025, translating to a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 people. This places the area 20.9% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower-than-average crime profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, comprising 36.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.3%) and criminal damage and arson (10.6%). These figures align with the area's character as a largely rural district with a mix of small towns and open countryside, where social interactions are more community-focused and outdoor spaces are less densely populated. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to the lower crime rate, as reduced foot traffic in public spaces and fewer tourism-related activities typically correlate with decreased opportunities for theft and public order offences. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences suggests local factors such as community dynamics or seasonal social patterns could play a role, though these remain speculative without further data. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (46% below UK average) and shoplifting (52% below) further support the area's rural nature, where retail hubs are sparse and vehicle theft is less common compared to urban centres.

February 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with increases in 'other crime' (+100%), robbery (+100%), and theft from the person (+50%) compared to January. These rises, while modest in absolute terms, highlight evolving challenges in certain categories. Conversely, drug-related crime fell sharply by 58.8%, from 17 to 7 incidents, potentially reflecting seasonal changes in substance use or law enforcement activity. Burglary also declined by 41.7%, aligning with the area's lower-than-average property crime rate (17% of total crimes, vs 32% nationally). Anti-social behaviour remained 13% above the UK average, a persistent issue that may be linked to the area's community-centric environment, where disputes can escalate more visibly in smaller, tightly-knit neighbourhoods. Violence and sexual offences remained 19% below the UK average, suggesting effective local initiatives or demographic factors that mitigate interpersonal crime. Residents might find the 52% reduction in shoplifting particularly reassuring, as it indicates strong local retail security measures or fewer opportunities for theft in smaller stores.

The crime rate in High Peak fell by 3.5% from 5.4 per 1,000 in January 2025 to 5.3 per 1,000 in February, a slight but consistent decline. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 17 crimes per day in February, a figure that contextualises the volume of incidents within the local rhythm of daily life. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 190 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to more densely populated areas. When scaled to the population of 91,959, this translates to a manageable level of risk for residents, particularly when compared to the UK average. The area's performance in specific categories, such as theft from the person (100% below UK average) and vehicle crime (46% below), further illustrates its distinct profile. These figures suggest that High Peak's crime profile is shaped by its geographical and demographic characteristics, with fewer opportunities for certain types of crime due to its rural nature. While the monthly rate is slightly lower than the previous month, the overall trend remains stable, reflecting the area's consistent performance relative to national benchmarks.