Amble Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour emerged as the dominant force in Amble’s crime profile in April 2023, accounting for 26.2% of all reported incidents. This category, which includes disturbances such as loud music, vandalism, and public intoxication, was 188% above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour may be linked to the Easter period, a time when seasonal events and increased foot traffic in public spaces could contribute to such incidents. The town’s relatively small population of 6,484 residents means that even minor fluctuations in crime rates have a more pronounced effect on local safety perceptions. For instance, the 33.2% increase in the overall crime rate from March to April 2023—bringing the rate to 13.0 per 1,000 residents—places Amble 73.3% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This disparity underscores the need for tailored community engagement strategies, particularly in addressing public order issues. The dominance of property-related crimes, such as criminal damage and arson (21.4% of all crimes), further complicates the picture, as these categories were 359% and 119% above UK averages, respectively. While violent crime rates were lower than the UK average, the 20% decrease in violence and sexual offences compared to March may reflect temporary factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during Easter. The overall crime profile suggests a combination of seasonal dynamics, local demographics, and the built environment, with Amble’s coastal and rural character likely influencing both the types and frequency of incidents.

April 2023 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, with other theft rising by 350% (from 2 to 9 incidents) and criminal damage and arson jumping by 157.1% (from 7 to 18). These spikes suggest a potential shift in criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour, the most common category at 26.2% of total crimes, was 188% above the UK average, a figure that may partly reflect the area’s seasonal dynamics during the Easter period. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 20%, aligning with the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This contrast highlights the uneven nature of local crime patterns, where property-related offences dominate over violent crime. Residents might find the 350% surge in other theft particularly concerning, as it indicates a sudden escalation in non-violent but disruptive criminal activity. The 33.2% month-on-month rise in the overall crime rate underscores the need for continued monitoring of these trends.

Amble's crime rate in April 2023 rose to 13.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 33.2% increase from the previous month’s rate of 9.7. This upward trend suggests a shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, does not account for broader UK context. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 77 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents in a small population. This statistic underscores the significance of even minor fluctuations in crime numbers for a community of 6,484 people. The population scale also means that each crime has a more pronounced impact on local perceptions of safety compared to larger urban areas, where similar rates might be diluted across a broader demographic. While the increase in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage suggests a need for targeted interventions, the relatively low rates of burglary and violent crime—both below UK averages—indicate that certain areas of the crime profile remain more stable.