Guisborough Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant category in Guisborough’s crime profile in March 2024, accounting for nearly 30% of all reported incidents. This starkly contrasts with the UK average, where such crimes constitute a smaller share of total reports. The area’s crime rate of 9.3 per 1,000 residents—20.8% above the UK average—reflects a persistent challenge in local policing and community safety. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 116% above the national average, suggesting a unique local dynamic that may be influenced by factors such as population density, social cohesion, or the presence of transient communities. The seasonality of March, with its transition to spring and longer evenings, may have played a role in the rise of violent crimes, as increased outdoor activity and social interactions could contribute to higher incidence rates. Meanwhile, the area’s elevated levels of criminal damage and arson—124% above the UK average—indicate a need for focused interventions in property-related crime. Guisborough’s position as a built-up area within Redcar and Cleveland, a region with a history of industrial decline, may also shape these patterns, with underinvestment in public spaces contributing to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and vandalism. The data highlights a combination of local geography, demographics, and seasonal factors, all of which require nuanced approaches to crime prevention and community engagement.

March 2024 saw a 92% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 25 to 48 incidents—a significant jump that may reflect seasonal changes or increased social activity as the weather improved. Bicycle theft also surged by 100%, with one reported incident, though this remains a relatively minor category. Conversely, drugs-related crimes fell by two-thirds, dropping from three to one, potentially indicating reduced illicit activity or improved policing efforts. The crime mix in Guisborough remains heavily weighted towards violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for nearly 30% of all reported crimes. This dominance of violent crime is notable, as it contrasts with the UK average, where such offences make up a smaller proportion. For residents, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour is a key concern, as it may impact community safety and quality of life, particularly in public spaces. The area’s elevated rates of criminal damage and arson—124% above the UK average—also suggest a need for targeted initiatives to address vandalism and property-related crime.

Guisborough's crime rate in March 2024 rose to 9.3 per 1,000 residents, a 15.8% increase from the previous month's 8.0 per 1,000. This places the area 20.8% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent gap in local crime trends compared to national benchmarks. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly six crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in Guisborough. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for every 108 residents, a statistic that offers a tangible sense of the scale of crime relative to the local population. This rate, while not extreme, suggests that residents may experience crime at a higher frequency than the average UK resident, particularly given the area's position as a built-up district within Redcar and Cleveland. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that while some categories, such as other theft, are slightly below the national rate, others—like anti-social behaviour—far exceed it, indicating a need for targeted interventions in specific crime types.