Brotton Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Brotton's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 8.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure 1.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This slight but consistent edge over the national benchmark reflects a combination of local policing strategies and seasonal factors. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.6% of all incidents, though this category saw a notable 9% deficit compared to the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 23.3% of recorded crimes and surpassing the national rate by 30%. These patterns are consistent with Brotton's role as a built-up area within Redcar and Cleveland, where transient populations and commercial activity may contribute to specific crime dynamics. Seasonal context plays a significant role, with August's peak holiday season likely influencing both the decline in shoplifting and the sharp rise in burglary. The latter may be partially explained by increased property vulnerability during the summer months, when homes are often unoccupied or poorly secured. This interplay between local characteristics and broader national trends underscores the complexity of maintaining crime rates in urbanised areas with fluctuating demographics.

August 2025 witnessed a significant 36.4% decrease in violence and sexual offences, bringing the count down from 22 to 14. This decline aligns with the summer holiday period, which likely reduced late-night activity in local venues. Conversely, burglary saw a sharp 300% increase, rising from one to four incidents, a trend that may partly explain the UK's 159% higher rate for this category in Brotton compared to the national average. Other theft and vehicle crime also rose by 100% each, though these increases remain below UK averages for their respective categories. The drop in shoplifting, which fell by 50% to one incident, contrasts with the UK's 68% lower rate for this crime type, suggesting Brotton's retail environment may have unique characteristics. Anti-social behaviour remained 30% above the UK average, highlighting persistent challenges in community management despite the overall crime rate decrease.

Brotton's crime rate in August 2025 fell to 8.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 15.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as August typically sees reduced foot traffic in local businesses and increased home occupancy during the summer months. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that reflects the area's relatively low overall crime profile compared to national averages. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 125 residents in Brotton, a statistic that highlights the manageable scale of incidents within this built-up area. This monthly context provides residents with a tangible measure of risk, enabling them to contextualise crime within their daily lives. The contrast with the previous month's higher rate underscores the volatility of crime patterns, particularly in areas with transient populations or seasonal economic activity.