Ushaw Moor and Bearpark Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ushaw Moor and Bearpark’s crime rate in May 2025 stood at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 24.7% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure, though relatively low, reflects a combination of local dynamics and seasonal influences. The top two crime categories—violence and sexual offences (17 incidents, 44.7% of total) and anti-social behaviour (7 incidents, 18.4%)—highlight a focus on interpersonal conflicts and community disruptions. These trends may be influenced by the area’s built-up character, where concentrated populations can lead to higher rates of conflict and disorder. However, the significant drop in anti-social behaviour compared to the previous month suggests that factors such as increased police activity or community initiatives may be having an impact. Seasonal context also plays a role: May’s longer evenings and bank holidays could have contributed to a temporary uptick in socialising, which may have both increased opportunities for crime and, paradoxically, encouraged community monitoring. The area’s violent crime rate (2.7 per 1,000) remained 5% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect local policing strategies or demographic characteristics. Meanwhile, property crimes (10 incidents) accounted for a smaller share of total incidents than violent crimes, indicating a shift in criminal activity toward more personal disputes. This balance between property and violent crime is notable, as it contrasts with broader UK trends where property crimes often dominate. The relatively low rate of burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) further reinforces the area’s distinct profile, shaped by its smaller scale and limited commercial activity compared to larger urban centres.

May 2025 saw a marked shift in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour decreasing by 68.2% compared to April, from 22 to 7 incidents. This drop aligns with the seasonal context of longer evenings, which may have encouraged more community engagement or increased police presence in public spaces. Conversely, theft from the person surged by 100%, rising from zero to one incident—a figure that, while small, is 33% above the UK average for this category. The area’s violent crime rate (2.7 per 1,000) remained 5% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors such as community cohesion or targeted interventions may be contributing to this trend. Burglary and criminal damage both fell sharply, with burglary dropping 66.7% and criminal damage and arson falling 62.5%. These declines, though significant, may reflect seasonal shifts, as May’s longer evenings could have reduced opportunities for such crimes in residential areas.

The crime rate in Ushaw Moor and Bearpark dropped by 45.6% compared to the previous month, falling from 11.3 to 6.1 per 1,000 residents. This decline positions the area as significantly safer than it was in April 2025. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in May, a figure that, while low, reflects the persistent presence of crime in a small built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 164 residents, illustrating the relatively low frequency of incidents in a community of 6,214 people. When scaled to the local population, this suggests that most residents experience a low level of direct exposure to crime. However, the contrast with the UK average—where the area’s rate is 24.7% below the national figure—highlights the effectiveness of local policing or community factors in maintaining lower crime levels. This monthly exposure statistic, though not a daily measure, provides a useful benchmark for residents assessing their personal risk.