Seaham Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Seaham’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 33.8% deficit compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area’s comparatively lower exposure to crime, though the breakdown reveals a nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 33.1% of all reported crimes (45 cases), a rate of 1.7 per 1,000—34% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This suggests that local factors, such as community policing efforts or demographic characteristics, may contribute to the lower incidence of violent crime. Shoplifting, however, emerged as an outlier, with 20 cases (14.7% of total crimes) at a rate of 0.8 per 1,000—19% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. The April context, with Easter and spring weather driving increased outdoor activity, likely amplifies retail-focused crimes. Criminal damage and arson (16 cases, 11.8%) rose by 33.3% month-on-month, potentially linked to seasonal events or vandalism tied to public spaces. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the mix of crime types highlights the interplay between local conditions and broader national trends.

April 2024 witnessed notable shifts in crime patterns, with shoplifting cases rising by 42.9% to 20 incidents, a rate of 0.8 per 1,000 residents—19% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. This increase, combined with a 33.3% rise in criminal damage and arson (16 cases), suggests a potential link to Easter-related activities or heightened outdoor engagement during spring. Conversely, burglary incidents dropped by 75% (from 8 to 2), possibly reflecting seasonal factors such as reduced property visibility during daylight hours. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 36.4% (22 to 14), aligning with the Easter period’s structured routines. Drug-related offences surged by 100% (2 to 4), a spike that may warrant further local scrutiny. These fluctuations illustrate how specific events or seasonal rhythms can influence crime trends in a built-up area.

Seaham's crime rate in April 2024 (5.1 per 1,000) reflects a 2.3% decrease from the previous month's 5.2 per 1,000, marking a slight downward trend. Over 30 days, this equates to roughly 5 crimes reported daily, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in the area. On a monthly basis, one reported crime occurred for approximately every 196 residents, offering a tangible measure of risk for local residents. This rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which stands at 7.7 per 1,000, though the comparison section does not attempt to quantify this difference in daily or monthly terms. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the overall rate being below the UK average, specific crime categories like shoplifting and drug-related offences show divergent trends relative to national data. These nuances underscore the importance of looking beyond aggregate figures to understand local dynamics.