High Peak Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2026, High Peak’s crime rate stood at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.1% below the UK average. This figure translates to a per-capita risk of one crime for every 183 residents over the course of the month, a relatively low exposure compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 47.6% of all reported incidents—nearly half the total. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where such offences make up 37% of the national total. Anti-social behaviour followed at 13.8%, with criminal damage and arson at 7.8%, reflecting a pattern skewed toward interpersonal and property-related issues. Seasonal factors likely play a role: January’s post-holiday period, shorter daylight hours, and reduced retail activity may have contributed to lower outdoor crimes but higher indoor conflicts. The UK average for violence and sexual offences was 2.5 per 1,000, while High Peak recorded 2.6 per 1,000—a 4% increase that suggests local challenges in managing interpersonal disputes. Despite these spikes, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the national average, highlighting High Peak’s relatively safe environment. The district’s low vehicle crime rate—73% below the UK average—may be attributed to its rural character, where fewer vehicles are present in public spaces. This mix of high violent crime and low property crime creates a unique risk profile, one that residents may navigate by focusing on community engagement and local initiatives to address interpersonal tensions.

January 2026 saw a 53.3% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 45 to 69 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average for the category, may reflect post-holiday tensions or seasonal factors affecting community interactions. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 19.5%, with 239 cases reported—4% above the UK average for this category. This suggests a persistent challenge in managing interpersonal conflicts, potentially linked to the post-holiday period’s reduced social activity. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 38.9%, from 18 to 11 incidents, aligning with the seasonal context of shorter days and lower retail footfall. The most striking change was the 100% increase in theft from the person, with two incidents reported. While this remains well below the UK average, it highlights a specific vulnerability in public spaces that residents may need to monitor. These shifts illustrate how crime patterns can vary by category, even as the overall rate remains stable.

High Peak's crime rate in January 2026 remained stable compared to December 2025, with a 1.9% increase from 5.4 to 5.5 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity during the transition between months. On a daily basis, 16 crimes were reported across the district, translating to a local frequency that residents might experience as occasional but not pervasive. Over the course of January, one crime occurred for every 183 residents, a figure that contextualises risk in terms of population exposure rather than daily urgency. This monthly aggregate highlights that while individual incidents are notable, the broader pattern remains low compared to the UK average. The population context further reinforces that High Peak’s crime profile is distinct from larger urban centres, where higher density often correlates with increased rates. The stability in the overall rate also contrasts with the UK average, which consistently sits 19.1% higher, underscoring the district’s relative safety despite fluctuations in specific categories.