Wingate Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Wingate’s crime profile in June 2024, accounting for 35.9% of all reported crimes, a figure that significantly outpaces other categories. This dominance, combined with a crime rate of 9.8 per 1,000 residents—19.5% above the UK average—highlights a pressing need to address the root causes of violent crime in the built-up area. The data shows that Wingate’s violent crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents is 27% higher than the UK average, a gap that may be influenced by the area’s proximity to larger urban centres or the social dynamics of its population. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson—1.7 per 1,000—surpasses the UK average by 179%, suggesting a unique vulnerability to property-related offences that could be tied to the area’s infrastructure or community engagement patterns. The early summer months, with their longer days and the beginning of tourist activity in nearby coastal areas, may contribute to increased public interactions and potential conflicts. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.5 per 1,000, is 7% above the UK average, indicating a moderate but persistent issue that could be exacerbated by seasonal changes in social behaviour. These trends, when viewed in the context of Wingate’s built-up nature and its position within County Durham, suggest a combination of local factors that require targeted strategies to mitigate rising crime rates.

June 2024 saw a 200% increase in burglary, rising from one to three incidents, marking a stark shift in property crime trends. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in shoplifting and drug-related offences, suggests emerging patterns in criminal activity that may reflect seasonal factors or localized pressures. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 27.3%, dropping from 11 to 8 incidents, potentially linked to targeted policing efforts or a reduction in public gatherings during the early summer. Wingate’s rate for criminal damage and arson—1.7 per 1,000—was 179% above the UK average, a figure that dwarfs other categories and indicates a significant disparity in this specific type of crime. Residents might find the 100% increase in drug offences particularly noteworthy, as this category was previously unreported in the area. These changes highlight the need for a nuanced understanding of how crime types evolve, with property crimes and drug-related incidents showing marked growth compared to the UK averages for their respective categories.

Wingate’s crime rate in June 2024 rose to 9.8 per 1,000 residents, a 29.2% increase from 7.6 per 1,000 in May. This shift places the area 19.5% above the UK average, a gap that widened from previous months. Daily crime statistics show an average of two reported crimes per day in June, reflecting a consistent presence of criminal activity within the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 102 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents relative to the population. With 5,391 residents, this monthly exposure translates to a higher-than-average individual risk compared to the UK as a whole. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while Wingate’s crime rate remains below the national average for some categories—such as shoplifting—it consistently exceeds the UK average for violence, criminal damage, and anti-social behaviour. This suggests a need for targeted interventions in areas where these crimes are concentrated, particularly given the area’s built-up nature and potential for high-traffic interactions.