Throckley Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Throckley’s crime rate in November 2023 reached 7.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 5.3% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This rate, while modest, reflects a nuanced crime profile shaped by seasonal factors and localized dynamics. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.3% of all reported crimes (17 cases), a rate that precisely matches the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This alignment suggests that the area’s violent crime profile is broadly in line with national trends, though the absolute numbers may be influenced by the area’s urban character and the presence of local institutions. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences followed closely, each contributing 19.6% of total crimes (10 cases each). Public order offences in Throckley are 202% above the UK average (0.5 per 1,000), a stark discrepancy that may be linked to the area’s built-up environment and the impact of seasonal events such as Bonfire Night. The month’s darker evenings and the proximity to Christmas shopping could have intensified tensions in public spaces. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and burglary rates aligned with UK averages, with the latter (0.3 per 1,000) being 12% below the national figure. These findings underscore the importance of context in interpreting crime data, as Throckley’s position within Newcastle upon Tyne likely influences both the types and frequencies of reported incidents. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter days, the start of the festive shopping period, and the Bonfire Night event—may have played a role in shaping the crime profile, though further analysis would be needed to establish definitive connections.

November 2023 saw a dramatic 150% increase in public order offences, rising from 4 to 10 cases. This surge, while not reflected in UK averages for the category, suggests localized pressures that may relate to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the early onset of darker evenings. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 71.4% (35 to 10), a decline that contrasts sharply with the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000 (52% above). This reduction could be attributed to community initiatives or seasonal lulls in activity. Other theft also dropped by 75% (4 to 1), though this category is 68% below the UK average. Vehicle crime, meanwhile, rose by 50% (2 to 3), a modest increase that remains aligned with the UK average. The crime mix shifted significantly, with violence and sexual offences (33.3% of total) maintaining their dominance, yet these rates matched the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. These fluctuations highlight the area’s combination of local dynamics and broader national trends.

Throckley's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 7.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 39.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 13.0 per 1,000. This sharp decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as November typically sees reduced outdoor activity and shorter daylight hours. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the area’s relatively low crime density compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 126 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a moderate level of risk. This compares to the previous month’s higher rate, which may have been influenced by transient factors such as temporary events or increased foot traffic. The population context further underscores the significance of the drop, as the 6,451 residents of Throckley now face a crime environment that is markedly safer than in October. However, the persistent above-average rates for certain categories, such as public order offences, indicate that targeted interventions may still be necessary to address specific vulnerabilities.