Hexham Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2023, Hexham—a built-up area within Northumberland—recorded 51 crimes across its population of 10,393 residents, translating to a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 individuals. This figure places the area 39.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a safer environment compared to the national context. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (15 incidents, 29.4% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (10 incidents, 19.6%) and other theft (7 incidents, 13.7%). These patterns align with the area’s characteristics as a small, rural-adjacent town with limited urban density but significant seasonal tourism activity. The high rate of violence and sexual offences may be partly explained by the transient population drawn to Hexham during the summer months, though the overall low crime rate suggests effective community policing or natural deterrents. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern, saw a notable decline from July, possibly due to the summer holidays reducing daytime activity in public spaces. Other theft, the only crime type exceeding the UK average, may be influenced by local retail or hospitality operations, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this. The seasonal context of August—typically a peak holiday month—likely contributes to fluctuations in crime types, with increased tourism raising risks of public order offences and theft while simultaneously reducing opportunities for anti-social behaviour due to higher visibility in busy areas. These factors collectively shape Hexham’s crime profile, offering a nuanced picture of safety that balances low overall rates with specific local challenges.

August 2023 saw sharp increases in public order offences, which surged by 150% from 2 to 5 incidents. This jump may be linked to the area’s seasonal tourism patterns, with more visitors potentially contributing to disruptions. Similarly, drug-related crimes doubled from 1 to 2, while other theft cases rose from 0 to 7—a stark increase that could reflect heightened activity in local retail or hospitality sectors. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by nearly 48%, likely due to the summer holidays reducing foot traffic in certain areas. Violence and sexual offences also fell by 21%.4% of all crimes. Other theft was the only crime type in Hexham exceeding the UK average by 11%, suggesting a localised issue that may require targeted attention. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns in a small built-up area with seasonal tourism influences.

Hexham's crime rate in August 2023 remained stable compared to July, falling by just 1.8% to 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major shifts in local crime dynamics during the month. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of 2 crimes reported each day, a figure that aligns with the low overall rate. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 204 residents over the course of the month. Given Hexham’s population of 10,393, this equates to a relatively low exposure to crime compared to larger urban centres. The daily figure, while small, provides a tangible sense of the local crime environment—equivalent to a single incident for every 100 residents in a two-week period. This context helps residents gauge the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives, though these figures represent reported incidents and may not capture unreported activity.