Killingworth Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Killingworth's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 12.2% below the UK average of 7.4. This overall rate masks significant variations across crime categories, with burglary emerging as a striking outlier. The area recorded ten burglaries, a rate of 1.0 per 1,000 that is 178% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. This anomaly contrasts with the 35% below UK average rate for violence and sexual offences, which fell to 1.7 per 1,000 compared to the national 2.6. The post-holiday period and reduced retail activity in January likely influenced these trends, with shoplifting incidents dropping by 83.3% to one case. Anti-social behaviour, however, remained 21% above the UK average at 1.2 per 1,000, reflecting ongoing challenges in community management. The mix of crime types suggests a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, with property crimes dominating the landscape. While the overall rate is lower than the UK average, the stark divergence in burglary rates highlights the need for targeted interventions in this category. The area's built-up character within North Tyneside, combined with its relatively small population, means that crime patterns are closely tied to local infrastructure and community interactions. This context is crucial for understanding why certain categories, like burglary, may deviate significantly from national trends, while others align more closely with the UK profile.

Burglary rates in Killingworth surged by 233.3% in January 2024, rising from three to ten incidents. This sharp increase, though still below the UK average for other categories, contrasts with the 83.3% drop in shoplifting, which fell from six to one. The decrease in shoplifting aligns with the post-holiday lull in retail activity, a seasonal trend consistent with January's shorter days and reduced footfall. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour declined by 50% compared to December, potentially reflecting the quieter pace of the new year. Violence and sexual offences also saw a 34.6% reduction.7 per 1,000 remains 35% below the UK average. Residents may find the 1-in-153 monthly exposure figure useful for contextualizing risk, though the significant disparity in burglary rates compared to the UK average underscores a need for targeted safety measures in this category.

Killingworth's crime rate in January 2024 dropped by 16.9% compared to December 2023, falling from 7.9 to 6.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the seasonal pattern of reduced outdoor activity and lower retail footfall typical of January. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that provides context for local residents assessing risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 153 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is 12.2% below the UK average. This suggests a relatively safer environment compared to the national average, though specific crime types like burglary remain significantly above UK levels. The population of 9,779 means that the impact of crime is distributed across a smaller community, potentially allowing for more localized responses to incidents. This combination of lower overall rates and specific category disparities highlights the need for targeted policing and community engagement in areas where crime remains elevated.