Birtley Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Birtley’s crime rate stood at 7.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 2.7% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This rate translates to a daily risk of approximately 4 crimes per day, with the most common types being violence and sexual offences (31.3% of total crimes), anti-social behaviour (15.2%), and criminal damage and arson (14.3%). The seasonal context of November—marked by darker evenings, Bonfire Night, and the Black Friday shopping period—may have influenced these patterns, particularly for property crimes. For instance, the spike in burglary and vehicle crime could be linked to increased opportunities during the holiday season or heightened activity in areas with high foot traffic. Violence and sexual offences, while still a significant concern, decreased by 18.6% from October, reflecting seasonal changes in social behaviour or the impact of targeted policing efforts. The area’s crime profile, however, remains distinct from the UK average in several categories, with burglary rates 194% above the national level. This disparity may be attributed to local factors such as the built-up nature of the area, which could create concentrated pockets of vulnerability. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, was 14% above the UK average, suggesting that community-specific dynamics—such as the presence of high-traffic zones or transient populations—may contribute to this trend. These patterns underscore the need for tailored approaches to crime prevention, especially in light of the month’s unique seasonal pressures.

November 2023 saw sharp increases in burglary (+366.7%), vehicle crime (+150.0%), and criminal damage and arson (+100.0%) compared to October. These spikes contrast with an 18.6% drop in violence and sexual offences, which remained 7% below the UK average. The surge in property crimes—particularly burglary and vehicle crime—far exceeded UK rates by 194% and 100%, respectively, suggesting localized vulnerabilities. Anti-social behaviour also rose, though it remained 14% above the UK average. For residents, the most immediate concern may be the 14.2% monthly increase in crime, which translates to a higher likelihood of encountering property-related offences in the coming weeks. The breakdown also shows that shoplifting and public order offences were lower than UK averages, possibly reflecting community-specific deterrence measures or seasonal retail activity patterns.

Birtley’s crime rate in November 2023 rose to 7.7 per 1,000 residents, a 14.2% increase from the previous month’s 6.8 per 1,000. This shift means that, on average, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 129 residents over the course of the month—a figure that contextualises the risk in everyday terms. Daily crime data shows 4 crimes per day in November, a rate that, while consistent with local patterns, may prompt closer attention to peak times. The population context highlights that Birtley’s 14,483 residents experienced a slightly higher overall rate than the UK average, but the breakdown reveals stark disparities in specific categories. For instance, burglary and vehicle crime rates were far above UK averages, suggesting localized factors such as increased property vulnerabilities or targeted opportunities during the month. These figures, when viewed alongside the seasonal context of darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night, may partly explain the surge in certain crime types.