Hexham Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hexham’s crime rate in October 2025 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 26% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a safer environment than the national average. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of crimes (33.9%), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.6%) and public order issues (10.2%). These figures align with the area’s status as a built-up region within Northumberland, where community dynamics and seasonal factors may influence crime trends. The month of October, with its shorter days and Halloween festivities, likely contributed to shifts in activity. For instance, the drop in shoplifting by 40% could be linked to increased police patrols or changes in consumer behaviour during the month. Conversely, the rise in vehicle crime, though minimal, may reflect the impact of darker evenings on visibility and security. The overall decline in violent crime, which fell by 16.7% from the previous month, suggests a possible stabilisation in local tensions. Public order offences, while down from September, still exceed the UK average by 13%, indicating persistent challenges in this category. The relatively low rates of burglary (3.4%) and shoplifting (5.1%) further highlight Hexham’s position as a safer area compared to the national average. These trends underscore the importance of contextual factors, such as the area’s rural-urban mix and seasonal rhythms, in shaping crime profiles. As the year progresses, continued monitoring of these patterns will be essential to understanding local dynamics and ensuring community safety.

October 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns across Hexham. Vehicle crime rose sharply by 100%, jumping from zero to one incident—a rare occurrence that may reflect increased traffic or seasonal factors such as Halloween. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 40%, dropping from five to three incidents, possibly due to heightened police presence or changes in retail activity. Public order offences also declined by 25%, though this category remained 13% above the UK average. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 16.7%, from 24 to 20 incidents, a drop that aligns with the broader trend of lower crime rates in the area. Other crime, however, surged by 66.7%, with five incidents reported—well above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. This category’s sharp increase, while not explained by the data, may warrant closer attention from local authorities. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted, with violent crime making up 33.9% of total incidents, compared to 18.6% for anti-social behaviour. These changes highlight the dynamic nature of local crime trends and the need for ongoing analysis.

Hexham’s crime rate in October 2025 fell by 10.6% compared to September, reflecting a continued downward trend. This decline brings the monthly rate to 5.7 per 1,000 residents, down from 6.4 per 1,000 the previous month. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that remains consistent with local patterns observed in other months. When scaled to the population of 10,393, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 176 residents over the course of October. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which aligns with Hexham’s overall position as a safer area. The population context further highlights that crime in Hexham remains relatively rare compared to the national average, though local factors such as seasonal changes and community engagement may influence fluctuations. The drop in violent crime, which fell by 16.7% from 24 to 20 incidents, contrasts with the rise in vehicle crime, which doubled from zero to one incident. These shifts suggest a combination of local conditions and broader trends. The lower rate of anti-social behaviour, which fell by 25%, may partly reflect the impact of darker evenings and community initiatives.