Brandon Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2026, Brandon (County Durham) recorded 93 crimes at a rate of 8.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 35.9% above the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This marked a continuation of elevated crime levels, with violent crime dominating the profile, accounting for 34 incidents (36.6% of total crimes), compared to 29 property crimes. The breakdown highlights a stark imbalance, with violence and sexual offences at 3.2 per 1,000—38% above the UK average—suggesting a local concentration of incidents in this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, at 1.9 per 1,000, 109% above the national average, while criminal damage and arson (1.0 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.9 per 1,000) also exceeded UK rates. This pattern may reflect the area's characteristics as a built-up district within County Durham, where community dynamics and local infrastructure could influence crime trends. Seasonal factors, such as the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity, may also play a role, with fewer opportunities for outdoor crimes but increased indoor or targeted activities. The prominence of violent crime, despite the winter month's typically lower outdoor activity, suggests potential local pressures, such as social or economic factors, that may contribute to this trend. However, the exact causes remain speculative, as direct links to specific events or initiatives. The combination of high violent crime and property crime rates indicates a combination of factors, requiring further analysis to identify targeted interventions.

February 2026 saw sharp increases in burglary (+400%), shoplifting (+400%), and other crime (+200%) compared to January, indicating a notable shift in criminal activity patterns. Violent crime remained the dominant category, accounting for 36.6% of all incidents, a figure 38% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Anti-social behaviour also surged, with a rate of 1.9 per 1,000—109% above the UK average—suggesting heightened social tensions or disruptions in public spaces. Conversely, public order offences decreased by 42.9%, and other theft fell by 62.5%, pointing to a mixed picture of crime trends. These changes may reflect seasonal factors, such as the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity, or localized pressures such as increased anti-social behaviour during colder months. The stark rise in burglary and shoplifting could indicate targeted opportunities, linked to retail patterns or property vulnerabilities in the area.

Brandon's crime rate in February 2026 (8.7 per 1,000) marks a 27.4% increase from the previous month's rate of 6.8 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained upward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 3 crimes per day over the 28-day period, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 10,739 residents. This translates to a monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 115 residents, a ratio that highlights the proportion of the population directly affected by crime each month. When contextualised against the UK average, Brandon's rate remains higher, though the comparison section avoids direct UK daily figures as these are not provided. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher likelihood of encountering crime compared to the national average, though local factors such as community engagement and policing strategies may influence this dynamic. The absence of a UK daily crime comparison ensures the focus remains on local patterns, with the emphasis on understanding how these figures relate to the specific needs and experiences of Brandon's residents.