Redcar and Cleveland Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Redcar and Cleveland’s December 2024 crime rate of 9.9 per 1,000 residents places the area 39.4% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends reflects a local profile shaped by persistent challenges in community safety. The most prevalent crimes—violence and sexual offences (33.1% of total), anti-social behaviour (18.0%), and criminal damage and arson (10.8%)—suggest a mix of social and environmental factors contributing to the elevated rate. These figures align with the seasonal context of December, a month marked by extended darkness, festive shopping activity, and the temporary absence of residents during holiday periods. While the UK overall sees a balanced distribution of crime types, Redcar and Cleveland’s data reveals a disproportionate emphasis on interpersonal and property-related disputes, with anti-social behaviour and criminal damage far exceeding national averages by 91% and 108%, respectively. The absence of significant reductions in violent crime despite the typically quieter winter months indicates ongoing pressures in the area. Vehicle crime remains the only category below the UK average, a 25% deficit that may reflect lower traffic density or specific local deterrents. This snapshot underscores the need for targeted interventions to address the root causes of these elevated rates, particularly in high-impact categories such as violence and anti-social behaviour.

December 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with robbery increasing by 20.0% (from 10 to 12 incidents) and possession of weapons rising by 14.3% (from 7 to 8 cases). These increases, though modest in absolute terms, signal a troubling trend in violent crime that may be linked to seasonal factors such as festive gatherings and reduced community oversight during holidays. Conversely, burglary fell by 18.2% (from 88 to 72 incidents), a decline that could be attributed to heightened security measures or the temporary absence of residents from their homes. The most striking UK comparison lies in vehicle crime, which is 25% below the national average, suggesting that local infrastructure or policing strategies may be effective in this category. Meanwhile, bicycle theft plummeted by 66.7% (from 6 to 2 cases), a drop that might reflect seasonal inactivity or improved storage practices during colder months. The crime mix also reveals a significant imbalance: while violent crime (33.1% of total) and anti-social behaviour (18.0%) dominate, property-related offences such as burglary and shoplifting account for only 14.3% of all reported crimes. This skew is consistent with the area’s broader trend of elevated interpersonal crime, which is 29% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Residents may find the 25% deficit in vehicle crime particularly relevant, as it indicates a potential area of relative safety compared to national standards.

The crime rate in Redcar and Cleveland for December 2024 (9.9 per 1,000 residents) represents a 10.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 11.1 per 1,000. This decline, however, still leaves the area significantly above the UK average, highlighting the persistent challenges in maintaining local safety. On a daily basis, the area experiences an average of 44 crimes per day, a figure that may feel more immediate to residents than aggregated monthly statistics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 101 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not extreme, underscores the tangible impact of crime on daily life. When scaled to the area’s population of 139,228, the 1376 total crimes represent a substantial burden, particularly given the concentrated nature of violent and anti-social offences. The 39.4% gap between Redcar and Cleveland’s rate and the UK average suggests that local conditions—such as socioeconomic factors, community cohesion, or policing efficacy—play a critical role in shaping these figures. While the 10.7% month-on-month reduction is a positive sign, it does not mitigate the area’s broader position relative to national benchmarks, which remain a key reference point for policymakers and residents alike.