Amble Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Amble's crime rate in January 2025 stood at 9.0 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 26.8% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure highlights a persistent challenge for the built-up area within Northumberland, where crime rates consistently exceed national benchmarks. The most common crime types were anti-social behaviour (37.9% of total incidents), violence and sexual offences (31.0%), and criminal damage and arson (10.3%). These categories collectively account for over 79% of reported crimes, suggesting a focus on disorder and interpersonal conflicts. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with shorter days and reduced retail footfall—may contribute to the elevated rates of anti-social behaviour, as colder weather and limited outdoor activity could drive incidents indoors. However, direct causal links, and local factors such as the area's proximity to coastal routes and its role as a commuter hub may also play a role. Shoplifting incidents fell sharply to 1 case (0.2 per 1,000), 68% below the UK average, reflecting the lower retail activity typical of January. This contrast between property-related crimes and violent incidents illustrates the complexity of the local crime picture, where different dynamics—such as seasonal footfall and community interactions—shape the profile. The area's relatively small population of 6,484 means that each crime has a more pronounced impact on the community, underscoring the need for targeted interventions.

January 2025 saw stark shifts in crime patterns, with other theft incidents surging by 150% compared to the previous month, rising from 2 to 5 cases. This increase, alongside a 100% rise in possession of weapons and vehicle crime, contrasts sharply with a 66.7% drop in shoplifting. The breakdown reveals anti-social behaviour as the most prevalent category, contributing 37.9% of total crimes. This figure is 247% above the UK average of 1.0 per 1,000, a disparity that suggests local factors—such as the built-up area's social dynamics—may amplify such incidents. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell to 1 case (0.2 per 1,000), 68% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, potentially reflecting reduced retail activity during the post-holiday period. Residents might find the daily crime count of two incidents particularly relevant, as it illustrates the frequency of reported incidents in a small population of 6,484.

Amble's crime rate in January 2025 rose to 9.0 per 1,000 residents, marking an 18.4% increase from the previous month's 7.6 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day over the month, a figure that underscores the persistent nature of local incidents. When scaled to the population of 6,484, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 112 residents over the course of January. Such a monthly exposure rate is higher than the UK average, though direct national comparisons are not provided for this metric. The population context further highlights the density of incidents relative to the area's size, suggesting a need for targeted local initiatives. While the UK average offers a benchmark, the specific dynamics of Amble—such as its proximity to coastal routes and seasonal footfall patterns—likely shape the crime profile in ways distinct from broader national trends.