Blackhall Colliery Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Blackhall Colliery during June 2025 reveals a distinct profile shaped by local demographics and seasonal factors. With a total crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents—18.5% below the UK average—the area's crime profile is characterised by a predominance of violence and sexual offences (36.7% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.3%) and criminal damage (10.0%). This emphasis on violent crime, while lower than the national average, may be influenced by the area's small, close-knit community dynamics and the impact of summer activities. The relatively high proportion of criminal damage and arson (0.7 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) suggests a possible link to local infrastructure vulnerabilities or environmental factors. Conversely, shoplifting and other theft rates are below UK averages, potentially reflecting the area's limited retail presence or effective local deterrents. Seasonal context adds nuance: as the summer begins, the extended daylight hours may reduce opportunities for certain crimes, yet the rise in burglary during June highlights the need for targeted vigilance. These patterns illustrate a combination of community characteristics and external factors, where the area's crime mix both aligns with and diverges from broader national trends.

June 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with burglary, drugs, and 'other crime' categories each doubling compared to the previous month. This 200% increase in burglary is the most striking change, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as increased property unoccupancy during summer. Conversely, public order offences fell by 40%, possibly reflecting reduced street activity during longer daylight hours. The area's violence and sexual offences rate (2.4 per 1,000) remained 16% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may be influenced by local community engagement initiatives. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.2 per 1,000, was 15% below the UK figure, suggesting effective policing or community cohesion. Shoplifting rates (0.6 per 1,000) were 5% below the UK average, a small but consistent gap that could be attributed to local retail strategies or consumer behaviour. These variations highlight the area's unique crime dynamics, where some categories align with national trends while others deviate significantly.

Blackhall Colliery's crime rate in June 2025 remained stable at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 1.7% increase from the previous month's 6.5 rate—a negligible shift. Daily crime activity averaged 2 incidents per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the area's consistent pattern of limited criminal activity. Monthly exposure calculations show that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 152 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban areas. When scaled to population size, the area's crime profile demonstrates resilience against seasonal fluctuations, with no significant spikes in violent or property crimes despite the start of summer. The localised nature of the built-up area, combined with its smaller population, likely contributes to this stability, though the slight increase in burglary and other crimes warrants cautious monitoring. This context provides residents with a clear understanding of their monthly risk profile, reinforcing the area's comparative safety within the UK framework.