Hexham Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hexham's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the built-up area 48.7% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends underscores Hexham's unique position as a relatively low-crime community, particularly in a region of Northumberland known for its rural character and smaller population. Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly half of all reported crimes (19 incidents, or 47.5% of the total), though these remained 30% below the UK average for this category. Other theft and anti-social behaviour followed as the next most common crime types, with the latter showing a marked drop in incidents compared to the previous month. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and the proximity of Bonfire Night, may have influenced patterns of criminal activity, though the overall decline in crime suggests broader factors at play. Hexham's low crime rate could be attributed to its status as a commuter town with limited nightlife, reduced foot traffic in residential areas, and the presence of open spaces that may deter certain types of crime. The contrast with the UK average highlights the importance of local conditions in shaping crime profiles, with Hexham's data offering a clear example of how geographic and demographic factors can lead to significantly different outcomes compared to larger urban centres.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in Hexham's crime profile, with anti-social behaviour falling by 63.6% compared to the previous month, from 11 to 4 incidents. This decline, alongside a 57.1% reduction in shoplifting (from 7 to 3), may reflect the impact of shorter evenings and reduced foot traffic during the post-Black Friday period. Conversely, other crime and drug-related incidents both rose by 100%, marking a rare increase in these categories. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 47.5% of all incidents, though they remained 30% below the UK average. The stark contrast between the 67% above UK average rate for possession of weapons (0.1 per 1,000) and the 62% below rate for drug offences highlights the complexity of local crime patterns. Residents may find the 63.6% drop in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it suggests potential success in community-focused interventions or seasonal factors reducing public disorder.

Hexham's crime rate in November 2024 fell to 3.9 per 1,000 residents, a 29.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader pattern of reduced criminal activity over the past year, though November's figures remain lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, Hexham recorded approximately one crime per day in November, a figure that reflects the area's relatively low crime profile compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 260 residents, highlighting the sparsity of incidents in this built-up area. Given Hexham's population of 10,393, this monthly exposure rate underscores the area's safety relative to both national trends and its own historical data. The reduction in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, which fell by 63.6% and 57.1% respectively, may partly explain the overall decline, though the exact drivers remain unclear without further local analysis.