Annfield Plain Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, Annfield Plain recorded 117 crimes, translating to a crime rate of 14.6 per 1,000 residents—89.6% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure, while stark, is contextualised by the area’s population of 8,011, where the daily crime count averages four incidents. The breakdown reveals that anti-social behaviour (38 cases, 32.5% of total crimes) and violence and sexual offences (37 cases, 31.6%) dominate, both significantly exceeding UK averages. These patterns align with the seasonal context of October, marked by darker evenings and Halloween, which may contribute to increased anti-social activity. The rise in criminal damage and arson (15 cases, 12.8% of total) further reflects broader community tensions. Shoplifting and public order offences were below UK averages. This mix of high and low-performing categories suggests a combination of local factors, such as population density and seasonal rhythms, and national trends. The area’s built-up character within County Durham likely amplifies certain issues, such as anti-social behaviour, which may be exacerbated by limited public spaces or community engagement opportunities.

October 2025 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+111.1%), shoplifting (+200.0%), and bicycle theft (+100.0%) in Annfield Plain. Anti-social behaviour, now the most common crime at 32.5% of total incidents, was 273% above the UK average, suggesting heightened tensions during darker evenings and Halloween. Shoplifting, though still below the UK average (37% below), rose from one to three incidents, possibly reflecting seasonal retail activity. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 66.7% and other theft dropped by 50.0%, indicating some reductions in specific categories. The violent crime rate (4.6 per 1,000) remained 73% above the UK average, with 37 incidents reported—a figure that may partly explain the overall surge in anti-social behaviour. These shifts underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk periods, such as increased policing during Halloween or community initiatives to address anti-social conduct.

Annfield Plain’s crime rate rose to 14.6 per 1,000 in October 2025, a 33% increase from the previous month’s 11.0 per 1,000. This equates to roughly four crimes reported every day, or one reported crime for every 68 residents over the course of the month. Given the area’s population of 8,011, this rate places Annfield Plain significantly above the UK average, though the comparison here focuses on local context. The daily crime figure provides a tangible sense of frequency—residents may encounter a crime roughly every 7.5 hours, on average. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure of 1 in 68 residents underscores the urgency of local awareness and policing efforts. This figure, while stark, aligns with the breakdown of violent and property crimes, which together account for over 60% of all incidents. The shift from September to October highlights seasonal pressures, with shorter daylight hours and Halloween-related activity likely contributing to the uptick in anti-social behaviour and violence.