Blackhall Colliery Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Blackhall Colliery's crime profile in August 2024, accounting for nearly half of all reported incidents. The overall crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents places the area 4.9% below the UK average, a marginal but notable difference. This built-up area within County Durham sees a stark contrast in crime distribution, with violent crimes (34) far outweighing property crimes (25). The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—likely contributes to the 34 violent offences recorded. While the area's lower-than-average rate for anti-social behaviour (44% below UK average) suggests effective community management, the 119% surge in burglary compared to the UK average raises questions about local vulnerabilities. The 38% increase in criminal damage and arson, coupled with the 300% rise in public order offences, points to a combination of transient populations and local enforcement priorities. These patterns may reflect the area's character as a historically industrial community with fluctuating residential occupancy during peak tourist periods.

Violence and sexual offences surged by 54.5% in August, rising from 22 to 34 incidents, making them the dominant category at 47.9% of total crimes. This increase is 38% above the UK average for the category, highlighting a localised concern. Public order offences saw a dramatic 300% rise, jumping from 1 to 4, a shift that may reflect heightened activity during the summer months. Meanwhile, other theft fell by 75%, dropping from 8 to 2, and vehicle crime decreased by 50%, from 2 to 1. These contrasting trends suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local policing efforts. The 47.9% share of violent crimes underscores a significant imbalance in the crime mix, with violent offences far outpacing property crimes (35.2%) in this built-up area.

Blackhall Colliery's crime rate rose 6.0% in August 2024 compared to 7.3 per 1,000 in July, reflecting a slight upward trend. On average, 2 crimes were reported daily during the month, a figure that contextualises the local pace of incidents. Over the course of August, one reported crime occurred for every 129 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides a tangible sense of risk for the population. This rate remains 4.9% below the UK average but shows a notable shift from the previous month. The population context is critical: with 9,128 residents, the 71 total crimes equate to a relatively low frequency compared to larger urban areas. However, the 6% month-on-month increase suggests a potential seasonal influence, particularly as August is a peak holiday month with implications for both property and public order crime.