Guisborough Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 saw Guisborough's overall crime rate reach 7.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.7% above the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This marks a notable divergence from national trends, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, which are significantly elevated compared to UK benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences remained the most frequently reported category, accounting for 25.7% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.5%) and shoplifting (16.7%). The seasonal context of February—characterised by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to patterns observed, though local factors likely play a role in the stark discrepancies with national averages. For instance, anti-social behaviour in Guisborough is 76% above the UK average, a figure that could reflect the town's built-up area dynamics, where concentrated populations and proximity to commercial hubs may amplify such incidents. Shoplifting rates are 124% above the UK average, linked to the presence of retail spaces in the area, though further analysis would be required to confirm this hypothesis. The relatively low rate of vehicle crime (43% below the UK average) suggests that local infrastructure or policing strategies may be effective in this domain. As winter transitions to spring, these statistics provide a snapshot of Guisborough's crime profile, highlighting both persistent challenges and areas where local conditions diverge from national trends.

The most dramatic month-on-month change occurred in possession of weapons, which surged by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents). This sharp increase, while small in absolute terms, signals a significant shift that may warrant local scrutiny, though no direct causal link can be established without further data. Burglary also rose by 66.7% (3 to 5 incidents), potentially reflecting seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during winter or changes in local housing patterns. Conversely, other crime fell by 42.9% (7 to 4 incidents), a decline that could be attributed to targeted policing efforts or natural fluctuations in reporting. Anti-social behaviour remains a standout concern, with rates 76% above the UK average (1.6 per 1,000 compared to 0.9 per 1,000 nationally), a disparity that may be exacerbated by the built-up nature of Guisborough and its potential for concentrated social interactions. Shoplifting rates, at 1.3 per 1,000, are 124% above the UK average, a figure that could be partially explained by the presence of retail outlets in the area. Vehicle crime is 43% below the UK average (0.2 per 1,000 compared to 0.3 per 1,000 nationally), suggesting that local measures—such as secure parking or community initiatives—may be effective in this category. These findings highlight both areas of concern and potential success stories, offering a nuanced picture of Guisborough's crime profile in February 2026.

February 2026's crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 represents a 7.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.2 per 1,000, indicating a modest downward trend. On a daily basis, Guisborough recorded approximately 5 crimes per day in February, a figure that, while local to the area, provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 132 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when considered alongside the area's population of 18,954, underscores the relative frequency of incidents within a tightly knit community. Comparing this to the previous month's rate, the decline may reflect seasonal factors such as the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity, though it is also possible that targeted interventions or natural fluctuations in crime reporting contributed. The 1-in-132 resident figure, while not directly comparable to UK-wide statistics, highlights the impact of local crime on Guisborough's population. For context, this rate is significantly higher than the UK average, which would imply a much lower exposure rate if the same number of crimes were distributed across the UK's larger population. These figures, when viewed in conjunction with the breakdown of crime types, suggest that while overall rates have decreased slightly, specific categories remain affected, requiring continued attention from local authorities and residents alike.