Brandon Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Brandon (County Durham) maintained a crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents in April 2025, 19.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a stable environment compared to the previous month, though specific crime categories show marked fluctuations. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 31.3% of all incidents, fell sharply by 43.2% from March, likely influenced by the Easter holiday period and reduced public gatherings. This decline, coupled with a 55% drop in shoplifting compared to the UK average, suggests that seasonal factors—such as school closures and lower foot traffic in retail areas—may have contributed to reduced opportunities for certain crimes. However, anti-social behaviour remained the second-most common category, accounting for 23.9% of all reported incidents, and was 13% above the UK average. This discrepancy could be attributed to the area’s built-up nature, where higher concentrations of residents may lead to more frequent disputes or public disturbances. The seasonal context of April—marked by spring weather and Easter—likely played a role in shaping these patterns, as increased outdoor activity may have influenced both the frequency and type of crimes reported. For instance, public order offences, which rose by 100% month-on-month, may have been exacerbated by the influx of visitors during Easter. Overall, the data illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and enforcement efforts, with Brandon’s crime profile continuing to diverge from the UK average in several key areas.

April 2025 saw a sharp 43.2% decrease in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 37 to 21 incidents. This reduction, while significant, contrasts with increases in other theft (+500%), public order (+100%), and shoplifting (+100%), which all rose from zero or lower figures in March. The drop in violence aligns with the Easter holiday period, when reduced outdoor activity and school closures may have limited opportunities for such crimes. Meanwhile, the surge in other theft—jumping from one to six cases—suggests a potential shift in criminal focus, possibly linked to seasonal retail activity or increased unsecured property in residential areas. Brandon’s rate for violence and sexual offences (2.0 per 1,000) is 23% below the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the area’s smaller population and lower density of nightlife venues. However, anti-social behaviour and public order crimes are 13% and 11% above the UK average, respectively, indicating areas where local enforcement or community engagement may need further attention.

Brandon’s crime rate remained stable at 6.2 per 1,000 residents in April 2025, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 10,739. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 160 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the frequency of incidents for local residents. Compared to the UK average, Brandon’s rate remains 19.5% lower, a gap that underscores the area’s relatively safer standing. This stability contrasts with some categories, such as other theft, which surged by 500% month-on-month. However, the population-scaled perspective reveals that even with such spikes, the absolute number of incidents remains modest. For instance, the 6 reported cases of other theft in April translate to just 0.6 per 1,000 residents, a rate that, while above the UK average, is still manageable in a community of this size. The interplay between local demographics and crime trends suggests that while some categories are influenced by transient factors, the overall profile remains consistent with Brandon’s historical data.