Easington (County Durham) Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Easington's crime rate of 15.1 per 1,000 in October 2023 places it 88.8% above the UK average of 8.0, a stark divergence that underscores the area's distinct crime profile. This built-up area within County Durham, likely shaped by its historical industrial character and compact urban layout, sees violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 31.9% of all reported incidents. Shoplifting follows closely at 20.2%, with anti-social behaviour at 16.0%, both figures significantly elevated compared to national benchmarks. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings, the transition from summer to autumn, and the approach of Halloween—may contribute to the patterns observed, particularly the rise in anti-social behaviour and violence. While the area's crime rate remains consistently high relative to the UK, the month-on-month changes reveal a combination of factors. For instance, the sharp increase in anti-social behaviour may be linked to the challenges of managing public spaces in a small urban environment during the shorter days of October. Conversely, the decline in shoplifting could reflect the waning influence of the retail calendar, though the category still remains 417% above the UK average. This data highlights the need for targeted interventions that address both the structural and seasonal drivers of crime in Easington, an area where the proximity of residential and commercial spaces may amplify the visibility and frequency of certain offences.

October 2023 saw a stark rise in anti-social behaviour, surging 87.5% from 8 to 15 incidents, a shift that may reflect the impact of darker evenings and the Halloween season. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences increased by 66.7%, rising from 18 to 30 cases, a trend that diverges from the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, where Easington's rate of 4.8 per 1,000 is 78% higher. This category alone accounts for 31.9% of all crimes reported, a proportion significantly elevated compared to the national picture. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 44.1%, declining from 34 to 19 cases, though it remains 417% above the UK average. This fluctuation suggests that seasonal factors, such as the end of the retail holiday season, may have temporarily curtailed some activities. Residents should note that public order offences dropped by 50.0%, from 6 to 3, a decrease that aligns with the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, where Easington's rate of 0.5 per 1,000 is 15% below.

Easington's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 15.1 per 1,000 residents, a marginal 2.1% decline from the previous month's rate of 15.4. This slight reduction contrasts with the persistent gap between the area's crime rate and the UK average, which remains 88.8% higher. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 3 crimes per day, reflecting a local rhythm of activity and exposure. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 66 residents, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in this built-up area. While this monthly exposure is consistent with the area's historical crime profile, it highlights the need for sustained community engagement. The population of 6,247 residents means that each individual faces a higher risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, a dynamic that may be influenced by the area's compact urban character and limited spatial dispersion of services.