Easington Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of Easington’s population size (6,247 residents), the 107 crimes recorded in July 2024 equate to one reported incident for every 58 residents over the course of the month. This crime rate of 17.1 per 1,000 residents places the area 103.6% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. The most significant contributors to this figure were shoplifting (32.7% of all crimes), violence and sexual offences (23.4%), and anti-social behaviour (13.1%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of July, a peak summer month when schools are out, tourism is high, and festivals and outdoor events draw crowds to local retail and leisure areas. Shoplifting, in particular, is 724% above the UK average, suggesting a combination of high foot traffic in commercial zones and potential vulnerabilities in retail security measures. The proportion of violent crimes (25 cases) compared to property crimes (54 cases) also reflects a balance between community safety concerns and economic activity in the area. While the overall rate remains elevated, the breakdown illustrates how specific local factors—such as the timing of summer festivals and the presence of high-traffic retail hubs—may influence crime patterns during this period.

July 2024 saw notable shifts in crime trends compared to June, with public order offences doubling from 5 to 10 cases and criminal damage and arson tripling from 6 to 12 incidents. Theft from the person also increased sharply, rising from 0 to 1 case—a 100% surge. These spikes may partly explain the 13.8% increase in the overall crime rate compared to the previous month. Conversely, burglary cases fell dramatically by 83.3% (from 6 to 1), and vehicle crime decreased by 40% (from 5 to 3), potentially reflecting reduced vehicle presence in residential areas during summer holidays. The disparity between Easington’s crime rates and UK averages remains stark: shoplifting is 724% above the national figure, while other theft and burglary are 49% and 35% below, respectively. This contrast highlights how specific local dynamics—such as the concentration of retail activity in Easington—can amplify certain crime types while mitigating others. For residents, the sharp rise in public order offences may signal a need for increased community engagement in managing event-related disruptions, particularly during the peak summer season.

The crime rate in July 2024 (17.1 per 1,000 residents) represents a 13.8% increase from the previous month’s rate of 15.1 per 1,000, underscoring a growing trend in reported incidents. On a daily basis, Easington experienced an average of 3 crimes per day in July, a figure that, while locally contextual, highlights the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 58 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when compared to the UK average, illustrates the area’s significantly higher vulnerability. This statistic is particularly notable given Easington’s population size, as it suggests a concentrated impact of local factors such as retail activity and seasonal events on crime reporting. The 103.6% gap between Easington’s rate and the UK average also emphasizes the need for localized strategies to address the area’s unique challenges. While the overall rate remains elevated, the fluctuation in specific crime types—such as the sharp decline in burglary—demonstrates that targeted interventions can yield measurable results. Residents should consider these figures in the context of broader efforts to balance community safety with the economic and social dynamics of a post-industrial town during peak tourist season.