Ushaw Moor and Bearpark Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The balance between property and violent crime in Ushaw Moor and Bearpark during October 2024 reveals a distinct pattern. While the overall crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 residents places the area 23.5% above the UK average, the distribution of crime types highlights a sharper focus on violent offences than property-related incidents. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 30.7% of all crimes, significantly outpacing shoplifting (22.6%) and anti-social behaviour (22.6%). This imbalance may reflect local dynamics, such as the built-up nature of the area within a rural county, where community interactions and limited public spaces could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. Seasonal factors also play a role: October’s shorter daylight hours and Halloween activities may amplify opportunities for violence and disorder. month-on-month decline in violent crimes suggests some stabilisation. The stark contrast between shoplifting’s 219% above the UK average and public order offences’ 46% below highlights divergent pressures—retail environments likely drive theft, while the relatively lower public order incidents could indicate effective local policing or community engagement. This mix of trends underscores the complexity of managing crime in a small built-up area where economic, social, and seasonal factors intersect.

October 2024 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, most an 180% increase in shoplifting, rising from 5 to 14 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in other theft, points to a sharp uptick in property-related offences that far outpaces the UK average for shoplifting (219% above). Meanwhile, violent crimes fell by 29.6% compared to September, with violence and sexual offences dropping from 27 to 19. This decline may partly reflect the transition from the Halloween season to a quieter period, though the overall violent crime rate remains 16% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also rose to 22.6% of total crimes, 78% above the UK average, potentially linked to the area’s compact nature and limited recreational options. Public order offences fell 46% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or policing strategies may be curbing disturbances. Residents may find the 23.5% above UK average figure concerning, but the month-on-month decrease in violent crime offers a counterpoint to the broader context of rising property crime.

The crime rate in October 2024 (10.0 per 1,000) represents a 4.6% decline from the previous month’s rate of 10.5 per 1,000, indicating a slight improvement in overall safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, translates to one reported crime for every 100 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure ratio places the area’s residents in a context where crime is noticeable but not overwhelming, particularly when compared to the UK average. The population of 6,214 residents means that each individual’s risk is scaled down. above UK average rate suggests systemic challenges. The previous month’s rate, slightly higher, may have been influenced by Halloween-related activity, which appears to have waned in October. The combination of a declining trend in violent crime and a surge in property-related offences highlights the need for targeted interventions, such as enhanced retail security measures or community engagement to address anti-social behaviour. These comparisons provide residents with a clearer picture of how local crime patterns align with national trends, while also highlighting areas for local focus.