Redcar and Cleveland Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Redcar and Cleveland recorded a crime rate of 11.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 44.2% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark deviation from national trends suggests a unique interplay of local factors, including the area’s coastal and industrial character, which may influence crime patterns. The breakdown of reported crimes revealed a complex mix, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 29.2% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (24.2%) and criminal damage and arson (12.5%). These figures are higher than UK averages, with anti-social behaviour and criminal damage each exceeding national rates by over 100%. Seasonal context adds nuance: April’s spring weather and Easter-related activity may have contributed to increased outdoor presence, linking to rises in anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the dominance of violent crime over property crime—despite property crimes making up a larger absolute number—raises questions about underlying social dynamics. The area’s industrial heritage, combined with coastal tourism, may create environments where interpersonal conflicts and disorder are more pronounced. While the crime rate remains elevated, the slight month-on-month decline (2.6%) could indicate early signs of stabilization, though further analysis is needed to confirm this trend.

April 2025 revealed a significant shift in crime composition, with violent crimes (450) outpacing property crimes (548) for the first time in recent months. This inversion, though slight, may reflect seasonal patterns linked to Easter-related activities and increased public gatherings. Among month-on-month changes, bicycle theft surged by 50%, rising from 2 to 3 incidents—a stark contrast to the 100% UK-wide deficit in this category. Other theft also increased by 35.3%, potentially tied to retail activity during the Easter period. Conversely, public order offences fell by 21.2%, due to reduced alcohol-related incidents as venues adjusted to seasonal demand. Anti-social behaviour remained high, 103% above the UK average, with 373 incidents reported. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in the area, where local events and weather can drive shifts in criminal activity.

April 2025 saw a slight decline in Redcar and Cleveland’s crime rate, falling 2.6% from 11.4 to 11.1 per 1,000 residents compared to March. While this represents a marginal improvement, the area remains 44.2% above the UK average, underscoring persistent challenges. On a daily basis, 51 crimes were reported in April, reflecting a consistent level of activity across the month. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 90 residents, a figure that highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of 139,228 people. This monthly exposure rate, while not directly comparable to UK-wide data, serves as a local benchmark for understanding risk. The population context further illustrates that crime is distributed across a relatively dense area, with no single neighbourhood dominating the statistics. These figures suggest that while small reductions may occur, systemic factors continue to influence the crime profile.