Shiremoor Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

September 2023 saw Shiremoor's overall crime rate at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.5% below the UK average of 8.0. This marks a notable shift from the previous month's rate of 5.1, though the area remains consistently lower than national benchmarks. The two most prevalent crime categories were anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences, each accounting for 34% of reported incidents. These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of September, a month marked by the return to school and university term starts, which often correlate with increased public disorder. The data suggests that anti-social behaviour, in particular, may be influenced by the social dynamics of this transitional period, with 18 incidents reported—64% above the UK average for this category. While violent crime rates remained 20% below the UK average, the proportion of violent crimes (34%) outpaced property crimes (21%), indicating a shift in the balance between different crime types. This could reflect the area's characteristics as a built-up district within North Tyneside, where community interactions and social hubs may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. The relatively low burglary rate—1.9% of total crimes—suggests that property-related offences are not the dominant concern here, due to effective local security measures or the nature of the built-up area's infrastructure.

September 2023 brought sharp increases in several crime categories, with public order offences surging by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and possession of weapons rising by 100% (from 0 to 1). Anti-social behaviour also saw a 28.6% increase, climbing from 14 to 18 incidents. These spikes contrast with a 50% decrease in burglary, which fell from 2 to 1. The most striking divergence from national averages was in anti-social behaviour, which stood at 2.2 per 1,000 residents—64% above the UK average of 1.3. This disparity may reflect the area's role as a densely populated built-up district within North Tyneside, where social interactions and community dynamics could contribute to higher levels of public disorder. Meanwhile, violent crime rates remained 20% below the UK average, and property crime categories such as vehicle crime and burglary were significantly below national levels. For residents, the most immediate concern appears to be the 300% rise in public order offences, which may indicate tensions arising from the return of students and the start of the academic year. Local authorities may need to monitor this trend closely, as such increases could signal underlying issues related to youth activity or community engagement.

Shiremoor's crime rate in September 2023 rose by 29.4% compared to the previous month's rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, still leaves the area well below the UK average of 8.0. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day in September—a figure that, while seemingly modest, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 153 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable urban centres. When viewed through the lens of population scale, this suggests that Shiremoor's residents face a relatively low risk of victimisation compared to both national averages and other densely populated regions. The contrast between Shiremoor's monthly crime exposure and the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local policing or community initiatives in maintaining lower crime levels. However, the 29.4% month-on-month increase raises questions about the factors driving this upward trend, particularly given the area's historically lower crime rates. While the rise in public order offences may be linked to seasonal factors such as the return to school, the broader context of Shiremoor's crime profile indicates that the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, even as it navigates temporary spikes in specific categories.