Newbiggin-by-the-Sea Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of 5,949 residents, 86 crimes in May 2023 equate to one reported incident for every 69 people—a stark figure that places Newbiggin-by-the-Sea well above the UK average. The overall crime rate of 14.5 per 1,000 residents, 81.2% higher than the national average of 8.0, reflects a pronounced localised challenge. Violence and sexual offences (27 cases) and anti-social behaviour (22 cases) dominated the crime mix, with the former 62% above the UK average and the latter 178% above. Shoplifting, at 18 cases, was an outlier, 512% higher than the national average, a figure that may be tied to the area’s retail landscape and the extended evenings typical of May. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as bank holidays and longer daylight hours may have encouraged more outdoor socialising, increasing opportunities for certain crimes. However, direct causation. The high proportion of property-related crimes (49.4%) compared to violent crimes (31.4%) suggests a mix of motivations, linked to the area’s rural character and the transient nature of some populations. These patterns, while specific to Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, align with broader trends seen in small coastal communities where limited resources and close-knit social networks can amplify the impact of criminal activity.

May 2023 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with burglary and other crime both increasing by 100% compared to the previous month. Vehicle crime also rose by 50%, suggesting a possible shift in criminal activity targeting parked vehicles, potentially linked to seasonal changes in outdoor activity. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50%, possibly reflecting reduced opportunities during the month or improved community responses. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime, with 22 incidents, 178% above the UK average, a figure that likely reflects the area’s small, closely-knit community dynamics. Shoplifting, at 18 cases, was 512% above the UK average, a stark outlier that may be connected to the town’s retail presence and the influence of longer evenings during May. These figures highlight a combination of local factors and broader national trends.

In May 2023, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea recorded 86 crimes, marking a 21.2% increase from the previous month’s rate of 11.9 per 1,000 residents. This translates to roughly 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while localised, highlights the frequency of incidents in a small population of 5,949. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 69 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the impact of crime on the community. Comparing this to the UK average, the area’s crime rate remains significantly higher, but the month-on-month change reflects a shift in patterns. The daily crime count, while not directly comparable to national figures, serves as a tangible metric for residents to gauge local activity. With 86 total crimes, the population-scaled perspective reveals that each resident faces a higher risk of encountering crime than the UK average, though this is tempered by the relatively low population density and rural context of the area.