Guisborough Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Guisborough’s crime rate in July 2025 climbed to 9.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 4.7% increase above the UK average of 8.6. This rise coincides with peak summer activity, when festivals, extended daylight, and school holidays often draw larger crowds to the area. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (35.1% of total), anti-social behaviour (25.7%), and criminal damage and arson (11.7%). These figures align with patterns observed in other coastal towns during July, where increased foot traffic and outdoor events may contribute to higher rates of public disorder. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.2 per 1,000, were 5% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour surged to 2.3 per 1,000—48% above the national benchmark. This spike may be linked to the town’s summer events, which attract both residents and visitors, creating environments where disputes and alcohol-related incidents are more likely. Criminal damage and arson, at 1.1 per 1,000, were 80% above the UK average, a figure that could reflect targeted vandalism during festivals or heightened tensions in public spaces. The data suggests a seasonal shift in criminal activity, with violent and anti-social crimes dominating over property-related offences, a trend consistent with other UK towns during the summer months. Residents are advised to remain cautious in crowded areas and during late-night events, as these periods may see an uptick in incidents.

July 2025 saw a 90% increase in shoplifting, rising from 10 to 19 incidents, a figure that may partly explain the area’s 54% above UK average for this category. Possession of weapons also surged by 100%, with two incidents reported—both in the first week of the month, a trend that contrasts with the previous month’s zero reports. Anti-social behaviour, the most common crime type, was 48% above the UK average, with 44 incidents recorded. This spike may be linked to the town’s summer festivals, which draw larger crowds and extend evening activity. Conversely, public order offences and vehicle crime both declined, with public order falling 45.5% to six incidents and vehicle crime dropping 57.1% to three. This shift in crime mix—from property-focused to violent and anti-social—suggests a seasonal realignment, with residents advised to remain vigilant in crowded public spaces and during late-night events.

Guisborough's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 9.0 per 1,000 residents, a 17.1% increase from 7.7 per 1,000 in June. This places the area 4.7% above the UK average, a deviation that aligns with seasonal trends observed in similar coastal towns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately six reported crimes each day during July, a figure that, while not extreme, reflects heightened activity during the summer months. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 111 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when considered alongside the area's population of 18,954, underscores the need for vigilance in public spaces. The shift from June to July also saw a notable realignment in crime types: while property crimes remained relatively stable, violent crimes and anti-social behaviour surged, contrasting with the previous month’s emphasis on vehicle-related offences. This suggests a seasonal pivot in criminal activity, potentially linked to increased foot traffic during festivals and extended daylight hours.