Tynemouth Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tynemouth’s crime rate in November 2023 stood at 10.6 per 1,000 residents, placing the built-up area 41.3% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure underscores the persistent challenge of crime management in a coastal town with a mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (30.3% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.8%) and criminal damage and arson (10.7%). These patterns align with Tynemouth’s geography and demographics: a popular tourist destination with a high street retail presence, a significant student population, and a history of seasonal events that may influence crime trends. The month of November, marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the onset of darker evenings, likely contributed to the rise in anti-social behaviour and violence. However, the most striking finding was the unexpected surge in bicycle theft and theft from the person, which both increased by 300% compared to October. This spike, though unexplained by the data, may be linked to the season’s increased foot traffic and the visibility of high-value items in public spaces. The area’s crime profile also reveals a stark contrast with the UK average, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour, which is 100% above the national rate. This discrepancy highlights the need for targeted interventions in public order management, especially during periods of heightened activity. While the overall crime rate saw a minor decline from the previous month, the underlying trends suggest that Tynemouth remains a high-risk area for certain types of crime, requiring continued attention from local authorities and residents alike.

November 2023 saw a dramatic 300% increase in bicycle theft and theft from the person, with both crimes rising from three to 12 incidents. This sharp jump, though unexplained by the data, aligns with the month’s seasonal context of dark evenings and festive shopping activity. In contrast, vehicle crime fell by 55.4%, from 83 to 37 incidents, suggesting a possible shift in criminal activity away from motor vehicles. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark disparity with the UK average: violence and sexual offences in Tynemouth are 24% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 100% above. This imbalance highlights the area’s unique challenges, particularly in managing public order and reducing aggression. Residents may find the 300% surge in bicycle theft particularly concerning, as it signals a new vulnerability in an area already grappling with higher-than-average crime rates.

Tynemouth's crime rate in November 2023 dropped by 6.6% compared to the previous month, falling from 11.3 to 10.6 per 1,000 residents. This slight decline contrasts with the area’s broader trend of remaining significantly above the UK average, which stands at 7.5 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the built-up area recorded roughly 21 crimes per day in November, a figure that reflects the persistent challenge of managing crime in a densely populated coastal town. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 95 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a community of nearly 60,000. While this monthly exposure is a useful metric for understanding risk, it does not account for local variations in population density or the distribution of crime across different neighbourhoods. The rate remains a reminder that, despite the decrease, Tynemouth continues to face crime levels far exceeding the national average, particularly in categories such as violence and anti-social behaviour.