Seaham Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Seaham's overall crime rate for November 2025 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 15.1% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This performance contrasts with national trends, particularly in categories such as criminal damage and arson, which in Seaham were 221% above the UK average. The area's crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences (30.9% of total crimes), followed by criminal damage and arson (26.7%) and anti-social behaviour (15.8%). These patterns align with the area's character as a built-up district within County Durham, where seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping may influence local crime dynamics. The relatively low rate of violent crime compared to the UK average may reflect community initiatives or the area's demographic profile, though further analysis would be needed to confirm. Meanwhile, the high rate of criminal damage and arson raises questions about local enforcement priorities or environmental factors. November's darker evenings and increased foot traffic during holiday shopping periods likely contributed to the prominence of certain crime types, though the exact causal links remain speculative. The data illustrates a combination of national crime trends and local conditions, with Seaham maintaining a safer-than-average environment despite specific challenges.

November 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime types, with three categories experiencing 100% increases from the previous month. Theft from the person, drugs, and robbery all rose from zero to one or four incidents, marking notable spikes. Conversely, burglary and shoplifting both declined sharply, with burglary dropping by 77.8% (from nine to two incidents) and shoplifting falling by 65.6% (from 32 to 11). These shifts highlight a marked reduction in property-related crimes, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as the end of the holiday shopping season or changes in local enforcement activity. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted, with property crimes accounting for 44.2% of total incidents (73 out of 165) compared to 30.9% for violent crimes. This suggests a greater focus on property-related issues in the current month, though the exact reasons for this shift remain unclear. Violence and sexual offences in Seaham were 26% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 221% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to national rates. This divergence underscores the area's unique crime profile, with certain categories performing significantly better or worse than the national picture. For residents, the absence of reported burglaries and vehicle crimes in the latter half of the month may offer some reassurance, though the rise in drug-related incidents deserves closer attention.

Seaham's crime rate in November 2025 (6.2 per 1,000 residents) marked a 19.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. This reduction aligns with broader patterns observed in built-up areas of County Durham, where seasonal factors and community initiatives may contribute to lower crime rates during the winter months. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately six crimes per day in November, a figure that, while seemingly high, must be contextualised within the local population of 26,653 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 162 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average for similar-sized urban areas. This statistic provides a tangible perspective for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime in Seaham remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks. The population-scaled context also highlights the area's relative safety: with 165 crimes reported in a population of over 26,000, the rate of incidence is significantly lower than the UK average. However, the stark contrast in specific crime categories—such as the 221% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to national rates—remains a point of concern. These figures suggest that while Seaham as a whole is performing better than the UK average, certain local challenges persist that may require targeted interventions.