Crook Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Crook’s January 2026 crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 residents places the area 7.4% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the need for localized analysis. The most prominent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 48.4% of all reported incidents, a rate 40% higher than the UK average. This figure is particularly striking given the post-holiday context, where reduced retail activity and shorter days might typically lower crime rates, yet violent incidents remained elevated. Criminal damage and arson also stood out, contributing 15.6% of total crimes, a level 129% above the UK average. These patterns may reflect a combination of local factors, such as the area’s built-up character and potential socioeconomic challenges. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average, still accounted for 12.5% of crimes, suggesting ongoing community tensions. Seasonal context plays a role, as January’s reduced daylight and post-holiday lull might mitigate some outdoor crimes but fail to address underlying issues driving violence and property damage. The data also highlights a notable gap in theft-related crimes, with other theft 57% below the UK average, due to fewer opportunities in a smaller, more contained built-up area. Overall, Crook’s crime profile in January 2026 illustrates a mix of elevated risks in specific categories and relative stability in others, warranting further scrutiny of local conditions and interventions.

January 2026 saw a stark rise in possession of weapons, which surged by 100% (from 0 to 3 incidents), a figure that is 329% above the UK average. This spike, coupled with a 100% increase in robbery and drug-related offences, highlights a shift in the crime mix toward more serious and potentially violent incidents. Conversely, shoplifting and burglary both declined sharply—shoplifting dropped 85.7% (from 7 to 1) and burglary fell 75% (from 4 to 1)—suggesting a reduction in property crimes, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as reduced retail footfall and shorter days. The breakdown also reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 48.4% of all crimes, a rate 40% above the UK average, while criminal damage and arson were 129% above the UK average. These figures indicate a combination of local conditions and national trends, with Crook’s crime profile showing both areas of concern and notable improvements compared to previous months.

Crook's crime rate in January 2026 stood at 7.3 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.0 per 1,000. This decline suggests a possible seasonal moderation in criminal activity, consistent with the post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours typical of January. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, remains a local metric without a direct UK counterpart. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 137 residents, a monthly exposure rate that situates Crook within a broader context of community safety. With a population of 8,762, the area's crime profile reflects a balance between local challenges and broader demographic trends. above the UK average. This comparison underscores the need for tailored local strategies, as Crook's unique socio-economic and geographic factors likely influence its crime patterns differently than national averages.