Brotton Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Brotton recorded 45 crimes across a population of 5,396 residents, translating to a crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 people. This figure places the area 9.2% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting a notable divergence in local crime patterns. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (17 incidents, 37.8% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (11, 24.4%) and shoplifting (7, 15.6%). These figures align with the seasonal context of November, a month marked by Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, which may partly explain spikes in retail-related offences and public disorder. The area’s built-up nature within Redcar and Cleveland—characterised by dense residential zones and proximity to industrial areas—likely contributes to higher rates of property crime and anti-social behaviour. However, the data also reveals stark contrasts: while violence and sexual offences exceed the UK average by 24%, anti-social behaviour is 46% below the national figure, suggesting community-specific factors that temper certain crime types. The seasonal transition into darker evenings and colder weather may amplify risks in public spaces, particularly around local festivities. This interplay between geography, seasonality, and local demographics shapes Brotton’s crime profile, necessitating tailored approaches to public safety.

November 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime types compared to the previous month. Violence and sexual offences surged by 88.9% (from 9 to 17 incidents), a sharp increase that may reflect heightened tensions during Bonfire Night or the onset of winter-related disputes. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson rose by 37.5% (from 8 to 11), potentially linked to seasonal vandalism or arson tied to local events. Other theft also saw a 100% increase, rising from 1 to 2 incidents. In contrast, burglary fell by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), due to improved security measures or fewer opportunities in colder weather. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 50%, from 6 to 3 incidents, indicating a possible reduction in disruptive activities during the month. When compared to the UK average, Brotton’s violence and sexual offences rate (3.2 per 1,000) is 24% higher, while criminal damage and arson (2.0 per 1,000) is 251% above the national figure of 0.6 per 1,000. These disparities underscore the area’s unique challenges, particularly in addressing property crime and public disorder. A resident might find the 3.2 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences particularly concerning, as it exceeds the UK average by nearly a quarter and could signal a need for targeted interventions in high-risk zones.

Brotton’s crime rate in November 2024 (8.3 per 1,000) marked a 2.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.5 per 1,000, indicating a slight improvement in overall safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the persistent presence of crime in a built-up area. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 120 residents offers a tangible perspective for residents: over the course of November, the likelihood of being directly affected by a crime was relatively low compared to larger urban centres. However, the rate remains higher than the UK average, suggesting that Brotton’s built-up environment and proximity to industrial zones may amplify certain risks. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the importance of community-specific factors—while the overall rate is slightly lower than the previous month, the sharp increases in violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson indicate areas requiring closer attention. These figures, when contextualised against the UK average, reveal a complex picture where Brotton outperforms in categories like anti-social behaviour (46% below the UK rate) but lags significantly in others. This contrast underscores the need for targeted strategies that address both the unique vulnerabilities and the relative strengths of the area’s crime profile.