Crook Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime picture in Crook for November 2023, accounting for 32% of all reported crimes. At 11.1 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate is 48% above the UK average of 7.5, highlighting a significant disparity in local safety compared to national benchmarks. The breakdown reveals a stark concentration of violent crime, with 31 incidents reported—3.5 per 1,000 residents—placing Crook 35% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also feature prominently, with the latter surging to 14 incidents, 202% above the UK average. These figures align with the seasonal context of November, a time marked by Bonfire Night celebrations, Black Friday shopping activity, and extended darkness, all of which may contribute to heightened tensions and public disorder. The retail sector's presence in the area likely fuels shoplifting incidents, which rose by 80% month-on-month to nine cases. While property crimes remain relatively low, the overall emphasis on violent and disorderly conduct suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-traffic areas. The data underscores a pattern where community interactions and environmental factors—such as the timing of seasonal events—interact to influence crime dynamics, though direct causality cannot be definitively established without further analysis.

November 2023 saw an 180% increase in public order offences, rising from five to 14 incidents—a stark shift that may be attributed to the timing of Bonfire Night and the increased foot traffic associated with Black Friday shopping. Shoplifting also surged by 80%, with nine incidents reported, likely reflecting the heightened retail activity during the month. Conversely, burglary and vehicle crime both declined, with burglary dropping by 50% to one incident and vehicle crime falling by 25% to three cases. These decreases could indicate improved security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes during the winter season. The category of 'other theft' also saw a 33% reduction, from six to four cases, though this remains a small proportion of overall crime. Crook's public order offences are 202% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 100% above the national benchmark. These figures suggest a need for community engagement strategies to address underlying issues driving such offences. The contrast between rising public order crimes and falling property-related incidents highlights a shifting crime mix, with violent and disorderly conduct becoming more prominent in the local landscape.

Crook's crime rate in November 2023 increased by 4.3% compared to the previous month, rising from 10.6 to 11.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. This places the area in a slightly worse position relative to its own historical trends, though the overall rate remains significantly above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 90 residents. This means that over the course of November, a resident of Crook had a 1-in-90 chance of being directly affected by crime, a rate that is higher than the national context. When compared to the previous month, the slight upward trend in crime may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the increased social activity during Bonfire Night and the commercial pressures of Black Friday. However, the population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate is elevated, the absolute number of crimes remains relatively low—just 97 incidents across a population of 8,762. This suggests that while the area faces challenges in maintaining public order, the scale of the issue is not overwhelming when viewed in the context of its size. The contrast between Crook's crime profile and the UK average underscores the need for localized strategies that address the specific dynamics of this built-up area.