Amble Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Amble's crime profile in February 2025 reveals a distinct mix of anti-social behaviour, violence, and shoplifting, with the former dominating at 40.9% of all reported crimes. The overall crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents places the area 1.5% above the UK average, a narrow margin that may reflect local characteristics rather than systemic trends. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.8 per 1,000, is 189% higher than the national average, a figure that suggests a significant local challenge in managing public order. This category's prevalence aligns with the area's built-up status within rural Northumberland, where community density and limited policing resources could contribute to such patterns. Violence and sexual offences, though lower than anti-social behaviour, remain a concern, with 11 incidents recorded—25.0% of the total. This is 28% below the UK average, indicating effective local interventions or demographic factors that reduce violent crime. Shoplifting, at 0.6 per 1,000, is 3% below the UK average, suggesting that retail security measures or lower foot traffic during winter months may mitigate such crimes. The seasonal context of February—a time of low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull—likely influences these patterns, with anti-social behaviour exacerbated by indoor congregation and limited recreational opportunities. While the overall rate is slightly above the UK average, the breakdown shows a unique emphasis on public order issues, which may require targeted strategies distinct from those applied in more urban or densely populated areas.

February 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime types. Shoplifting surged by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents), while drugs and burglary each rose by 100% (from 0 to 1). These increases, though small in absolute terms, suggest potential shifts in local dynamics, such as targeted retail activity or changes in community patterns. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50% (from 6 to 3), and violence and sexual offences dropped by 38.9% (from 18 to 11), reflecting a marked decrease in more severe incidents. Anti-social behaviour, the most common category, remained 189% above the UK average, a stark contrast to other categories like violence and sexual offences, which were 28% below the national average. This divergence illustrates the area's unique crime profile, where public order issues dominate over more violent or property-related crimes. For residents, the 300% rise in shoplifting may indicate a need for heightened vigilance in local retail areas during this period.

Amble's crime rate in February 2025 (6.8 per 1,000) reflects a 24.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.0 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with seasonal patterns typical of winter months, when outdoor activity declines and community engagement may shift indoors. Locally, the average of 2 reported crimes per day over 28 days translates to a monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 147 residents. This figure contextualises the risk for residents, showing that while crime remains present, its frequency is relatively low given the area's population of 6,484. When compared to the UK average, Amble's overall rate is 1.5% higher, but this small discrepancy is consistent with regional variations in crime profiles. The local context—Amble's status as a built-up area within rural Northumberland—likely influences crime dynamics, where smaller communities may experience distinct patterns compared to larger urban centres. This month's data underscores a broader seasonal lull, though specific crime types remain notable in their own right.