Crawcrook and Greenside Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Crawcrook and Greenside during July 2025 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property offences that diverges from the national trend. With a total crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 37.2% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy is most pronounced in violent crimes, where the rate of 1.6 per 1,000 (30.2% of total crimes) is 47% below the UK average for this category. Property crimes, though lower in proportion, show a different dynamic: burglary at 0.6 per 1,000 is 122% above the UK average, suggesting localized vulnerabilities in residential security. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and increased tourism—may influence these patterns. Anti-social behaviour, the most common crime type (27.9% of total), aligns with the area’s urban character, where public spaces and transient populations could contribute to such incidents. The mix of crime types illustrates a community where interpersonal disputes and property-related issues coexist, albeit at a level significantly lower than the national norm. This balance may reflect both effective local policing and the area’s relatively low population density compared to other urban centres, though the sharp rise in burglary warrants closer scrutiny in future months.

July 2025 saw dramatic fluctuations in crime types, with anti-social behaviour surging by 200% compared to June, rising from 4 to 12 incidents. This spike, occurring alongside a 150% increase in burglary (2 to 5 cases), suggests a shift in criminal activity that may relate to the summer season’s impact on local routines. Violent crime remained low—47% below the UK average—despite the area’s urban nature, which typically correlates with higher rates of such offences. Conversely, other theft (14% of total crimes) and burglary (11.6%) exceeded UK averages by 45% and 122% respectively, indicating specific vulnerabilities in retail or residential security that could be linked to the area’s built-up environment. A 100% increase in 'other crime' (from 0 to 1 case) highlights the need for further investigation into unclassified incidents. For residents, the 27.9% share of anti-social behaviour in total crimes underscores the importance of community engagement initiatives in public spaces, particularly during the busy summer months.

The crime rate in Crawcrook and Greenside rose by 7.6% in July 2025 compared to June’s 5.0 per 1,000, though it remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day in July, a figure that, while low, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents within the built-up area’s 8,009 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 186 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK-wide average, which typically sees higher frequencies in densely populated urban zones. This statistic, however, does not account for the sharp increases in specific categories like burglary and anti-social behaviour, which may indicate localized pressures rather than a general decline in safety. The population-scaled perspective highlights both the area’s relative security and the need for targeted interventions in areas where crime rates have surged. For instance, the 122% increase in burglary above the UK average suggests that while the overall environment is safer, certain vulnerabilities—perhaps linked to housing stock or economic conditions—require attention. These figures, when contextualized with the area’s population size, illustrate a combination of local factors and national trends.