Crook Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Crook's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 9.7 per 1,000, 31.1% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This marked elevation is driven by high rates of violent crimes and anti-social behaviour. Violence and sexual offences alone accounted for 43.5% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 4.2 per 1,000 — 62% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 1.5 per 1,000 (52% above UK), while burglary was 150% above the national rate. These figures suggest a combination of local factors, including the area's small-scale built-up nature and potential seasonal influences. January's post-holiday environment, with shorter days and reduced retail activity, may contribute to patterns such as the 47% below UK average for shoplifting. However, the surge in public order offences (+100%) and new incidents of robbery and theft from the person indicate emerging challenges. The area's crime profile reflects a mix of persistent issues — violence and anti-social behaviour — alongside pockets of lower activity, such as vehicle crime and theft from the person. This contrast underscores the need for tailored approaches to address the most pressing concerns while leveraging areas of relative strength.

January 2024 saw sharp increases in public order offences, which doubled from 4 to 8 (+100%), alongside new incidents of robbery and theft from the person, both rising from 0 to 1. These spikes may reflect post-holiday tensions or disruptions in usual routines. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 80% (from 5 to 1), and criminal damage and arson decreased by 45.5% (from 11 to 6), possibly linked to seasonal factors like reduced outdoor activity. Shoplifting in Crook was 47% below the UK average, a trend consistent with lower retail footfall in January. The area's violent crime rate (4.2 per 1,000) was 62% above the UK average, highlighting a stark contrast in local patterns. This disparity may partly explain the 31.1% overall rate gap, emphasizing the need for focused strategies to address violence and anti-social behaviour.

Crook's crime rate in January 2024 dropped by 4.5% compared to December's 10.2 per 1,000, now standing at 9.7 per 1,000. This slight decline contrasts with the area's overall position above the UK average. Daily crime counts remain a key metric for residents: 3 crimes were reported each day in January, translating to a local monthly exposure of 1 crime per 103 residents. This figure, while not directly comparable to UK-wide averages, provides context for community awareness. The population of 8,762 means that crime impacts a small but measurable proportion of the population. While the rate remains elevated, the reduction from the previous month suggests potential stabilization in local policing efforts or seasonal factors. However, the persistent gap between Crook's rate and the UK average underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories like violence and anti-social behaviour.