Blyth Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2024, Blyth’s crime rate stood at 14.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 77.4% above the UK average of 8.4. This rate translates to a risk of 1.5 crimes per 100 residents each month, a figure that may feel more immediate for locals navigating daily life. Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile, accounting for 32.6% of all incidents (202 cases), followed by violence and sexual offences (177, 28.6%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up town within Northumberland, where seasonal factors such as longer evenings and bank holidays likely amplify social interactions in public spaces. The elevated rates of anti-social behaviour and violence compared to the UK average may be influenced by local demographics, such as a younger population or transient residents. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell 15% below the UK average, reflecting lower traffic density or effective local enforcement. The seasonal context of May—marked by extended daylight and social events—may contribute to the spike in anti-social behaviour, as outdoor drinking and gatherings increase. For residents, this means heightened awareness in public areas and a focus on community initiatives to mitigate conflict. The data underscores a need for targeted strategies to address the most pressing issues, such as anti-social behaviour, while leveraging the lower rates in other categories like vehicle crime.

May 2024 saw a 300% surge in theft from the person, rising from 1 to 4 incidents—a stark anomaly that may reflect increased public gatherings during bank holidays. Anti-social behaviour also spiked by 77.2%, with 202 reports, far outpacing the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000 (238% above). This category’s dominance suggests a need for targeted interventions in public spaces. Conversely, possession of weapons dropped 83.3%, and drugs-related crimes fell 58.3%, potentially linked to seasonal shifts or local enforcement efforts. The balance between property and violent crime shifted slightly, with violent offences (177) making up 28.6% of the total, compared to property crimes (195) at 31.5%. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime trends, with anti-social behaviour and violence remaining areas of particular concern.

Blyth’s crime rate in May 2024 rose to 14.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 29.2% increase from April’s 11.5 per 1,000. This shift raises the monthly exposure to 1 reported crime for roughly every 67 residents, a figure that contextualises risk in tangible terms. With 619 crimes recorded over 31 days, the area experiences approximately 20 crimes daily—a rate that, while lower than some urban centres, remains higher than the UK average. The population-scaled perspective highlights that 1.5 crimes occur per 100 residents each month, a statistic that underscores the need for community vigilance. While vehicle crime fell 15% below the UK average, anti-social behaviour and violent offences remain starkly elevated, reflecting local patterns that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as extended evenings and increased socialising. This comparison to both the previous month and the UK average illustrates the area’s distinct position within the national crime profile.