Shildon Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Shildon’s crime profile in February 2024 reveals a distinct balance of crime types that reflects both local dynamics and seasonal trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.8% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (25.9%) and criminal damage and arson (18.7%). This mix suggests a concentration of interpersonal and property-related issues, with violent crime significantly exceeding the UK average by 80%. The high prevalence of anti-social behaviour—224% above the UK rate—points to persistent community-level tensions or challenges in managing public spaces. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson, at 363% above the UK average, may indicate targeted vandalism or environmental factors specific to Shildon’s built-up area. Seasonal context plays a role: February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull could contribute to a shift in crime patterns, with indoor disputes and property damage becoming more pronounced. The area’s crime rate of 13.3 per 1,000 is 87.3% above the UK average, highlighting a need for targeted interventions. Shoplifting fell sharply by 78.6% compared to the previous month, linked to reduced foot traffic during winter. These figures underscore a combination of local conditions, seasonal rhythms, and broader socioeconomic factors that shape Shildon’s crime profile.

February 2024 saw stark month-on-month changes in Shildon’s crime mix. Robbery surged by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident), a significant anomaly that may reflect isolated incidents or heightened vulnerability in specific areas. Criminal damage and arson rose by 52.9% (17 to 26), suggesting a possible increase in targeted vandalism during the winter months. Anti-social behaviour also climbed by 38.5% (26 to 36), potentially linked to indoor gatherings or seasonal stressors. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 78.6% (14 to 3), likely tied to reduced retail activity and fewer pedestrians in public spaces during February. Burglary and drugs-related crimes both fell sharply—by 70% and 33.3% respectively—though these declines may be temporary and require further monitoring. The crime mix remains heavily skewed toward violent and property-related offences, with violence and sexual offences at 4.5 per 1,000 (33.8% of all crimes) and anti-social behaviour at 3.4 per 1,000. These figures are starkly higher than the UK averages: anti-social behaviour is 224% above the national rate, and criminal damage and arson are 363% above. Residents may find the 78.6% drop in shoplifting noteworthy, as it could indicate a reduction in retail theft during the winter months.

Shildon’s crime rate in February 2024 (13.3 per 1,000) marked an 8.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 14.4 per 1,000. This modest decline, however, still leaves the area significantly above the UK average. On a daily basis, Shildon recorded approximately 5 crimes per day in February, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 75 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate underscores the density of crime relative to the area’s population of 10,474. When scaled to the local context, the 13.3 per 1,000 rate means that residents face a higher risk of encountering crime than the average UK resident, who experiences 7.1 crimes per 1,000 people. The comparison to the UK average is particularly stark in categories like anti-social behaviour (224% above) and criminal damage (363% above), which may reflect unique local challenges such as community cohesion issues or environmental factors. While the 8.0% month-on-month reduction suggests some stabilisation, the overall rate remains a concern, particularly given the disproportionate prevalence of violent and property crimes. These figures highlight the need for targeted local strategies to address the underlying factors driving Shildon’s elevated crime levels.