Durham Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Durham, 8.3 crimes were recorded in January 2025 — 16.9% above the UK average of 7.1. This rate translates to a daily risk of roughly 17 crimes, with one in every 121 residents experiencing a reported incident over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.4%) and shoplifting (11.8%). The seasonal context of January — a post-holiday period with shorter days and reduced retail footfall — likely contributes to the profile of crimes observed. While outdoor crimes may be less frequent due to colder weather, the data suggests an uptick in indoor-related incidents, such as burglary and anti-social behaviour. The 167% increase in burglary compared to the UK average may reflect vulnerabilities in residential areas, linked to the area's mix of historic and modern housing stock. Meanwhile, shoplifting's 61% above-average rate could be tied to the presence of high-traffic retail zones, despite the month's typically lower footfall. These patterns illustrate how Durham's built-up character — a blend of urban density and historical infrastructure — shapes its crime dynamics, with property crimes and personal safety concerns emerging as key focal points.

January 2025 saw dramatic month-on-month increases in burglary (+276.9%) and other crime (+144.4%), with burglary rising from 13 to 49 incidents. This surge in burglary, which is 167% above the UK average, may partly explain the overall rate's sharp rise. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 66.7% (3 to 1), and robbery dropped by 50.0% (2 to 1), indicating some crime categories are declining. The breakdown shows shoplifting at 1.0 per 1,000 — 61% above the UK average — a figure that could signal pressure on local retail areas. Meanwhile, vehicle crime remains 76% below the UK average at 0.1 per 1,000, suggesting that this category is not a current concern for residents. These shifts highlight a crime profile increasingly driven by property-related incidents, with violent crime also contributing significantly (33% of total crimes).

Durham's crime rate in January 2025 rose to 8.3 per 1,000 residents, a 25.7% increase from the previous month's 6.6 per 1,000. This shift reflects a growing concern for residents, with daily crime counts averaging 17 incidents per day. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 121 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. While this rate is higher than the UK average, the local context suggests a combination of factors, including seasonal transitions and local dynamics. The population-scaled perspective underscores that, despite the rise, the likelihood of encountering crime remains relatively low for any individual resident. However, the marked increases in specific categories, such as burglary and drugs, indicate areas requiring closer attention from local authorities and community groups.