Guisborough Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Guisborough's crime rate in October 2024 stood at 12.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51.9% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This elevated rate is driven by the prevalence of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, which together account for nearly half of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour alone constituted 29.6% of total incidents, with a rate of 3.6 per 1,000 — more than double the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. Shoplifting followed closely, making up 21.9% of crimes at 2.7 per 1,000, a staggering 275% above the national average. These figures suggest a unique local dynamic, potentially influenced by the town's built-up area within Redcar and Cleveland, where commercial and residential zones may intersect to create environments conducive to such offences. The seasonal context of October — with darker evenings, the end of daylight saving time, and Halloween — may also contribute to the spike in anti-social behaviour, as reduced visibility and increased community events could heighten opportunities for disorderly conduct. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of violent crime in Guisborough (2.6 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (2.7 per 1,000) indicates that the town's crime profile is skewed towards non-violent, property-related offences. This contrast with national trends highlights the importance of understanding local factors that shape crime patterns, such as the presence of retail centres, the density of population, and the influence of seasonal events on public behaviour.

October 2024 saw a stark increase in certain crime categories, including a 100% rise in other crime, robbery, and possession of weapons, all of which were previously unreported in the month. This surge, while notable, contrasts with a 57.1% decline in burglary cases and a 50% reduction in other theft. The breakdown of crime types reveals a marked disparity between Guisborough and the UK average, with anti-social behaviour at 3.6 per 1,000 (179% above the UK rate) and shoplifting at 2.7 per 1,000 (275% above the UK rate). These figures highlight a distinct local pattern, particularly in property-related crimes. Meanwhile, violent crimes in Guisborough were 2.6 per 1,000, slightly below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. For residents, the doubling of robbery cases within a single month underscores the need for heightened vigilance, particularly during the darker evenings of October. The shift in crime mix, with property crimes dominating over violent offences, suggests that local factors such as the town's commercial areas and seasonal events may be influencing these trends.

Guisborough's crime rate in October 2024 rose to 12.3 per 1,000 residents, a 29.4% increase from the previous month's rate of 9.5. This marks a significant upward trend, though the daily crime count remains relatively stable at approximately eight crimes per day. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 81 residents, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of nearly 19,000. The population context reveals that Guisborough's crime rate is nearly 52% higher than the UK average, which may reflect local factors such as the town's built-up area characteristics. While the rate of burglary fell by 57.1% compared to September, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting has contributed to the overall increase. These shifts suggest that seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and Halloween events, may have played a role in influencing crime patterns. The population-scaled perspective highlights that residents face a higher risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, necessitating continued attention to local policing and community engagement strategies.