Brotton Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

August 2023 marked a notable reduction in overall crime across Brotton, with the area's crime rate dropping to 7.2 per 1,000 residents—11.1% below the UK average of 8.1. This decline follows a pattern observed in recent months, suggesting sustained efforts may be contributing to improved safety. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.9% of all reported incidents, a figure slightly below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 23.1%, though this category remained significantly higher than the UK average. Burglary, at 12.8% of total crimes, stood out as a concern, with Brotton's rate 165% above the national average for this category. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these trends: August, a peak holiday month, may have seen increased tourism activity, which can both elevate risks for property crimes in empty homes and reduce opportunities for certain offences as communities remain more active. The lower-than-expected rate of shoplifting—33% below the UK average—suggests possible seasonal shifts in retail activity or effective local policing strategies. While direct causality, the interplay between August's transient population and Brotton's built-up character may explain some of these patterns. The overall reduction in crime, particularly in categories like criminal damage and arson (68% below UK average), indicates that targeted interventions or environmental factors could be at work, though further analysis would be needed to pinpoint exact drivers.

August 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 80% compared to July, rising from five to nine incidents. This surge may reflect heightened social interactions during the summer months or the impact of holiday-related disruptions in the area. Conversely, other thefts dropped by 75%, falling from four to one, a decrease that could be linked to seasonal changes in local activity patterns or improved community engagement initiatives. Criminal damage and arson also fell sharply by 66.7%, aligning with a broader trend of reduced property-related offences. Brotton's burglary rate—0.9 per 1,000—remained 165% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge for local authorities. The contrast between these trends and the UK's overall performance in categories like shoplifting (33% below the national average) suggests a complex mix of local factors influencing crime dynamics. For residents, the sharp increase in anti-social behaviour offers a clear indicator to monitor, as this category now represents nearly a quarter of all reported crimes. The data also reveals that while violent crimes accounted for 35.9% of the total, this share was lower than the UK average for this category, indicating a relative improvement in this area compared to the national picture.

The crime rate in Brotton fell by 26.4% from July 2023's 9.8 per 1,000 to August's 7.2 per 1,000, marking a significant downward trend. This reduction translates to a daily crime count of approximately one incident per day across the 31-day period, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's generally lower crime profile compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of August, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 138 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the national average when scaled to Brotton's population of 5,396. This statistic provides a tangible measure for residents to gauge their personal risk, though such figures do not account for variations in individual circumstances. The drop from July to August is particularly striking when considering the seasonal context: August typically sees increased foot traffic in coastal areas like Redcar and Cleveland, which could theoretically elevate crime rates. However, Brotton's performance defies this expectation, suggesting that local factors—such as community policing efforts or changes in land use—may be playing a role. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that while Brotton's crime rate is lower than the UK average, specific categories like burglary remain high, indicating that targeted interventions may still be necessary to address these persistent issues.