Rowlands Gill Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Rowlands Gill's overall crime rate in August 2024 stood at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 32.9% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This built-up area within Gateshead demonstrates a safer profile than the national picture, with 36.7% of all crimes falling under violence and sexual offences, followed by criminal damage and arson (16.7%) and anti-social behaviour (13.3%). The area's crime picture aligns with August's seasonal dynamics: as a peak holiday month, the presence of temporary residents and the increased likelihood of empty homes may have influenced burglary risks. Violence and sexual offences in Rowlands Gill were 26% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the area's community-focused policing strategies and lower population density compared to larger urban centres. However, criminal damage and arson saw a sharp increase, with 5 incidents reported—45% above the UK average for this category. This anomaly may be tied to specific local factors, such as targeted vandalism or the presence of high-value properties. The crime mix in Rowlands Gill shows a balanced distribution between property (40%) and violent crimes (36.7%), with anti-social behaviour and shoplifting each contributing 13.3% of total incidents. The low overall rate, combined with the area's relatively small population (5,503 residents), suggests that local initiatives such as community engagement and targeted patrols may be effectively contributing to crime prevention. While August's tourism-driven context might have introduced unique challenges, the area's crime profile remains significantly more favourable than the national average.

August 2024 saw notable shifts in Rowlands Gill's crime mix, with criminal damage and arson rising by 66.7% (from 3 to 5 incidents) and violence and sexual offences increasing by 22.2% (from 9 to 11). These changes contrast with decreases in other crime (50% drop from 2 to 1) and vehicle crime (50% drop from 2 to 1), which may reflect seasonal patterns or targeted interventions. The category of violence and sexual offences, now at 2.0 per 1,000 residents, remains 26% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000—a consistent trend that likely reflects the area's lower population density and community policing efforts. Conversely, criminal damage and arson in Rowlands Gill (0.9 per 1,000) exceeded the UK average by 45%, a stark deviation that may be linked to specific local vulnerabilities, such as under-maintained infrastructure or unoccupied properties during the holiday season. Shoplifting, which fell by 42.9% (from 7 to 4 incidents), now sits at 0.7 per 1,000—just 1% below the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000, indicating a stable retail environment despite the month's tourism-related fluctuations. These findings highlight the need for focused strategies to address the rising incidents of criminal damage and arson while maintaining the area's strong performance in reducing violent crime.

Rowlands Gill's crime rate in August 2024 (5.5 per 1,000) marked a 16.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.5 per 1,000, reflecting a continuing downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 1 crime per day in August—a figure that underscores the relatively low crime burden for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 183 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, which would likely be several times higher given the national crime rate of 8.2 per 1,000. When viewed through the lens of the local population (5,503 residents), the 30 total crimes reported in August translate to a manageable scale, with most residents unlikely to encounter crime directly. This low level of daily activity, combined with the area's 32.9% reduction compared to the UK average, suggests that Rowlands Gill's crime prevention measures are yielding tangible results. The 16.7% month-on-month decline also indicates that local efforts—whether through community engagement, targeted patrols, or environmental design—may be effectively reducing opportunities for crime. While the rate remains above the UK average for categories like criminal damage and arson, the overall picture for Rowlands Gill is one of relative safety, with crime levels remaining well below the national benchmark.