Guisborough Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Guisborough’s crime rate in November 2023 reached 9.2 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 22.7% above the UK average of 7.5. This figure, while higher than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local factors, including the area’s built-up urban character and its role as a regional hub. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 39.1% of all reported incidents—nearly 39% above the UK average. This trend may be partly explained by the season, with November’s shorter evenings and events like Bonfire Night potentially increasing opportunities for confrontational or alcohol-fuelled incidents. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also featured prominently, with the former 14% above the UK average and the latter 86% above, suggesting persistent challenges in managing public disorder and vandalism. The seasonal context of November—marked by Black Friday shopping and the lead-up to Christmas—may have influenced shoplifting rates. compared to October. This decline could be attributed to reduced foot traffic post-Black Friday or improved retail security measures. The area’s crime profile, shaped by its proximity to industrial zones and its commuter links, underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk sectors such as public spaces and residential areas. While the overall rate remains elevated, the month-on-month decrease of 10.4% indicates a potential stabilisation in local crime dynamics.

November saw a 10.4% monthly decline in Guisborough's crime rate, with several crime categories showing marked shifts. Violent crimes, which accounted for 39.1% of all incidents, remained the most common category, though their rate was 39% above the UK average. This figure underscores the area's challenges in addressing violence, particularly during November’s darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 54.5%, possibly linked to reduced foot traffic after Black Friday, though this decline contrasts with the 9% UK-wide decrease in shoplifting. Drug-related offences surged by 150%, rising from 2 to 5 incidents, a stark increase that may reflect seasonal patterns or unmet demand for illicit substances. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 38.9%, due to increased community engagement or enforcement efforts around festive events. Burglary rates decreased by 36.4%, though this remains 18% above the UK average, indicating ongoing vulnerabilities in residential security.

Guisborough's crime rate in November 2023 fell by 10.4% compared to the previous month, marking a notable downward shift. This reduction follows a peak of 10.2 crimes per 1,000 residents in October, with the current rate of 9.2 per 1,000 suggesting a stabilisation in local crime trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly six reported crimes each day in November, a figure that, while consistent with prior months, reflects the built-up nature of Guisborough's urban environment. Over the course of the month, the average resident faced a 1-in-109 chance of being involved in a reported crime, a statistic that contextualises the local experience against the broader population. This monthly exposure rate, though above the UK average, remains within a range typical for areas with mixed residential and commercial zones, where public spaces and community interactions contribute to higher visibility of crime. The population of 18,954 further shapes the local context, with crime distribution influenced by the town’s proximity to industrial areas and its role as a regional hub for services.