Cramlington Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2024, Cramlington's crime rate stood at 8.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 7.3% above the UK average of 8.2. This figure reflects a balance between property and violent crimes, each accounting for roughly 29.9% and 26.1% of total incidents respectively. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, with 79 reported cases, closely followed by anti-social behaviour (69 cases). The near parity between property and violent crimes suggests a combination of local factors, potentially linked to seasonal dynamics. August, a peak holiday month, may contribute to increased burglary risks through empty homes, though the area's burglary rate (0.3 per 1,000) remains 6% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, however, is starkly higher than the UK rate (60% above), which could indicate specific challenges in community engagement or policing strategies. The data also highlights a notable gap in shoplifting rates, which are 1% below the UK average, reflecting effective retail security measures. These patterns underscore the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing anti-social behaviour and leveraging seasonal insights to mitigate property crime risks.

August 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Other crime increased by 125%, rising from 4 to 9 cases, while robbery and burglary each doubled from their previous month totals (0 to 1 and 5 to 10 respectively). This sharp rise in 'other crime'—which includes unclassified incidents—may signal emerging patterns or reporting changes. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, remains 60% above the UK average, a persistent concern that could be tied to local events or community dynamics. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 33.3%, aligning with a 55% UK-wide deficit, which might suggest temporary disruptions in supply chains or enforcement efforts. The balance between property and violent crimes—each comprising nearly a third of total incidents—highlights a unique local profile. While violent crime rates (2.6 per 1,000) are 3% below the UK average for this category, the proximity to the national rate suggests that factors such as population density, economic conditions, or policing strategies may be at play. Residents may find the 6% lower burglary rate compared to the UK average (0.3 vs 0.3 per 1,000) reassuring, though the seasonal context of August—a time of increased property vacancies—complicates this interpretation.

Cramlington's crime rate in August 2024 rose to 8.8 per 1,000, a 6.4% increase from the previous month's rate of 8.2. This shift translates to approximately 9 crimes per day in the built-up area, a figure that, while locally specific, offers insight into the area's daily crime exposure. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 114 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for how frequently residents might encounter crime. With a population of 30,151, this rate suggests that the community's collective experience with crime is distributed across its demographic makeup, though the 60% excess in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average indicates localized stressors. The daily crime count of 9—equivalent to one incident every 3.5 hours—may appear high to some residents, but it remains within the broader UK context where similar built-up areas often report comparable figures. The 7.3% gap above the UK average, while modest, could reflect regional disparities in policing resources or socioeconomic factors, though further analysis would be needed to confirm these hypotheses. For individuals, the 1-in-114 monthly exposure rate serves as a tangible metric for understanding the frequency of crime within their immediate environment.