Tynemouth Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tynemouth's crime rate in December 2023 remained 22.2% above the UK average, standing at 8.8 per 1,000 residents. This figure, though lower than November's 10.6 per 1,000, still places the area in a challenging position relative to national benchmarks. The breakdown of reported incidents reveals a clear focus on violent and anti-social crime, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 34.9% of all recorded crimes—18% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 18.2% of total incidents, is 72% above the national rate, underscoring the significant burden of disruptive activity in the area. These patterns align with Tynemouth's built-up character, where high-density living and proximity to retail hubs may contribute to higher levels of public order issues. Seasonal factors such as the Christmas shopping peak and extended dark evenings likely amplify these trends, as fewer pedestrians and reduced visibility create conditions conducive to certain types of crime. Despite the month-on-month decline, the persistence of elevated rates compared to the UK average suggests that systemic challenges in crime prevention remain unaddressed. The prominence of drug-related offences, which rose sharply by 80% compared to November, further complicates the picture, indicating potential shifts in criminal activity driven by local dynamics such as holiday-related pressures or changes in law enforcement focus.

December 2023 saw a sharp 80% increase in drug-related offences, rising from five to nine incidents—a stark contrast to the broader trend of declines in other crime categories. This surge may partly explain the persistence of Tynemouth's overall rate despite the month-on-month drop. Meanwhile, other crime, theft from the person, and bicycle theft all decreased significantly—by 75%, 50%, and 50% respectively—suggesting a possible shift in criminal priorities towards more lucrative or less visible targets. The breakdown of crime types reveals that violence and sexual offences (34.9% of total) and anti-social behaviour (18.2%) remain the most prevalent, both significantly above the UK average. This contrast with burglary and robbery, which are below the national rate, highlights a mixed picture of local crime dynamics. For residents, the 17 daily reported crimes provide a concrete measure of frequency. higher than the UK average.

Tynemouth's overall crime rate in December 2023 stood at 8.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 16.6% decline from November's 10.6 per 1,000. This month-on-month reduction suggests a potential shift in criminal activity patterns. above the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 17 crimes were reported across the 31 days of December, translating to an average of one reported crime for every 114 residents over the course of the month. This figure underscores the persistent exposure to crime, even as the overall rate fell. The population context is critical here: with 59,985 residents, the monthly exposure statistic provides a tangible measure of risk for individuals. While the decline may reflect seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and reduced foot traffic during holidays, the rate remains higher than the national average, indicating structural challenges in crime prevention that extend beyond temporary fluctuations.