Tynemouth Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tynemouth’s crime rate in June 2023 stood at 12.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 41.2% above the UK average of 8.5. This stark deviation from the national norm is most pronounced in anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 24.6% of all crimes—103% above the UK average. The area’s built-up nature within North Tyneside, coupled with its coastal location, likely contributes to this pattern. Anti-social behaviour, often linked to public spaces and transient populations, may be exacerbated by the start of the summer season, when tourism begins to draw crowds to the town’s beaches and historic sites. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime category (31.7% of total), also exceeded the UK average by 30%, suggesting a combination of local demographics and seasonal activity. The data indicates that property crimes, including shoplifting and criminal damage, were also high, with shoplifting alone 67% above the UK average. This could be tied to Tynemouth’s retail presence, which may attract both local and visiting offenders. While the overall rate remains elevated, the seasonal context of June—a time when coastal towns often see increased foot traffic—may help explain the concentration of certain crimes. However, the absence of a clear correlation between tourism and specific categories like burglary or vehicle crime suggests that other factors, such as local policing or community dynamics, may also be at play.

June 2023 saw a dramatic rise in robbery, with a 233.3% increase from three to 10 incidents. This surge, combined with an 83.3% rise in burglary, suggests a shift in criminal activity patterns that may be linked to summer tourism or changes in local security measures. Anti-social behaviour remained the second-most common crime, with 177 incidents, 103% above the UK average—a figure that could be influenced by the area’s coastal character and the influx of visitors during the season. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 50%, from four to two incidents, reflecting improved public awareness or increased police presence in high-footfall areas. Bicycle theft also rose by 50%, from eight to 12, a trend consistent with the area’s cycling infrastructure and the summer months, when more residents may use bikes for leisure or commuting.

Tynemouth's crime rate in June 2023 dropped by 6.8% compared to May, falling from 12.9 to 12.0 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the start of summer, when tourism typically increases and may divert attention from local crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 24 crimes per day, a figure that reflects both the population density and the seasonal rhythm of the coastal town. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 83 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the persistent presence of crime in the built-up area. While this rate remains above the UK average, the month-on-month reduction suggests potential shifts in policing strategies or community engagement efforts without further data. The population context—59,985 residents—further highlights how even relatively low crime rates can translate to significant numbers when scaled across a large community.