Tynemouth Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tynemouth’s crime rate in July 2023 reached 11.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 38.6% above the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This disparity underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly in categories where local rates are significantly higher than national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 30% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (24.5%) and shoplifting (9.9%). These figures align with the seasonal context of July, a peak summer month marked by high tourist activity, school holidays, and outdoor events. The surge in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting may be influenced by the increased footfall in Tynemouth’s coastal and retail hubs, which are known to attract both residents and visitors. While the area’s violent crime rate (3.4 per 1,000) is 22% above the UK average, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour (97% above UK levels) and shoplifting (83% above) suggests that these issues are particularly acute in Tynemouth. The presence of a vibrant coastal economy and a mix of residential and commercial zones likely contributes to this pattern, as does the transient nature of summer tourism. However, the overall crime rate is not uniform across categories: vehicle crime and burglary are both below UK averages, indicating that some aspects of local crime management are performing better than expected. These findings highlight the importance of balancing targeted policing with community-based strategies to address the most pressing concerns while leveraging existing strengths.

July 2023 saw a marked decrease in robbery, with incidents falling by 90% (from 10 to 1), and burglary dropping by 27.3% (from 22 to 16). These reductions may partly reflect heightened police presence or seasonal changes, such as the closure of schools and the shift in community activity patterns during the summer months. Conversely, theft from the person surged by 100%, rising from 2 to 4 incidents, while drug-related crimes increased by 40%, reaching 21 cases. This uptick in theft from the person aligns with the summer tourism peak, when crowded public spaces may create opportunities for opportunistic criminals. Shoplifting also rose by 33.3% (from 51 to 68), likely driven by the influx of visitors to Tynemouth’s retail and coastal attractions. These trends highlight a combination of seasonal factors and local crime dynamics, with some categories showing improvement while others remain elevated compared to UK averages.

Tynemouth's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 11.5 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a 4.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 12.0 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests some early success in addressing local crime challenges, though the area remains significantly above the UK average. On a daily basis, the built-up area recorded approximately 22 crimes per day in July, a figure that underscores the ongoing need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 87 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a relatively compact population. With a population of 59,985, Tynemouth’s crime profile indicates that while there has been a slight improvement, the rate of reported crime remains higher than the UK average, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. This monthly exposure statistic provides a tangible measure of how crime impacts the daily lives of residents, even as broader trends show a modest decline.