Redcar and Cleveland Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Redcar and Cleveland's crime rate in December 2025 stood at 10.6 per 1,000 residents — 51.4% above the UK average of 7.0. This stark divergence from national trends underscores the area's unique challenges, which are compounded by its seasonal context and local demographics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.3% of all crimes, a rate 44% higher than the UK average, while anti-social behaviour and shoplifting followed closely, both significantly exceeding national figures. The December spike in retail crime likely reflects the dual pressures of Christmas shopping and dark winter evenings, which may have reduced visibility and increased opportunities for theft. Conversely, the area's lower rates of vehicle crime (2.7% of total crimes) and other theft (3.5%) suggest some success in addressing these categories. The seasonal context — with holiday-related activity peaking in December — may have amplified certain crime types while dampening others. For instance, the drop in vehicle crime could be linked to fewer people commuting or traveling during the festive period, while the rise in anti-social behaviour may correlate with increased social gatherings and alcohol consumption. These patterns highlight the combination of local conditions and national trends, requiring tailored approaches to policing and community engagement. The area's elevated crime rate, particularly in violent and property-related categories, demands continued attention from local authorities, though the month-on-month decline from 11.6 to 10.6 per 1,000 suggests that some interventions may be beginning to take effect.

December saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from zero to one reported incident — a stark anomaly in an otherwise stable month. Robbery rates climbed by 23.8%, with 26 incidents recorded, while drug-related crimes surged by 21.1% to 46 cases. These spikes contrast with sharp declines in other areas: vehicle crime fell 48.7% (78 to 40 incidents) and possession of weapons dropped 69.2% (13 to 4 cases). The crime mix reveals a troubling imbalance, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 35.3% of all crimes — 44% above the UK average. Shoplifting, at 13.1% of total crimes, was 146% above the national rate, likely driven by festive shopping patterns. Meanwhile, other theft and vehicle crime were both below UK averages, suggesting some areas of local resilience or effective policing strategies.

Redcar and Cleveland's crime rate in December 2025 fell by 8.5% compared to November, dropping from 11.6 to 10.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline, though modest, suggests a possible seasonal dip as holiday-related activity wanes. Locally, 48 crimes were reported daily on average, a figure that highlights the persistent pressure on local policing resources. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 94 residents — a statistic that, while lower than the previous month, remains significantly higher than the UK average. The population context is critical: with 139,228 residents, the area's crime burden is amplified by its relatively small size and the concentration of certain crime types, such as violence and shoplifting, which are high compared to the UK. This monthly exposure figure offers a tangible measure of risk for residents, though it does not capture the uneven distribution of crime across neighbourhoods or the impact of specific incidents.