Redcar and Cleveland Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Redcar and Cleveland's crime rate in July 2025 reached 13.4 per 1,000 residents, a stark 55.8% increase above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure reflects a troubling trend in violent crime, which now constitutes 30.4% of all reported incidents, driven by a 35% surge in violence and sexual offences to 4.1 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour (3.0 per 1,000) and criminal damage (1.5 per 1,000) also dominate the crime profile, both exceeding UK averages by 94% and 146% respectively. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and a surge in tourism—likely contributes to these trends. Coastal areas and town centres, which attract both residents and visitors, may see heightened activity during festivals and events, creating conditions where anti-social behaviour and property crimes can thrive. Shoplifting, at 1.4 per 1,000 (115% above UK average), further illustrates the challenge of managing retail spaces during high-footfall periods. While violent crime remains the largest category, the overall crime profile suggests a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and the economic drivers of the area. Residents are advised to remain cautious, particularly in spaces where transient populations gather, and to report suspicious activity promptly.

July 2025 saw a dramatic 250% increase in bicycle theft, with reports rising from 4 to 14 cases. This spike may partly explain the broader uptick in violent crime, which now stands at 4.1 per 1,000—35% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also showed alarming trends, with the former at 3.0 per 1,000 (94% above UK average) and the latter at 1.5 per 1,000 (146% above UK average). These figures suggest a shift in crime patterns, with property crimes such as shoplifting (1.4 per 1,000) and burglary (0.7 per 1,000) far exceeding national benchmarks. Vehicle crime remained 23% below the UK average, a rare positive deviation. Residents are advised to secure bicycles in public areas and report suspicious activity, particularly in coastal and retail zones where summer festivals and tourism create opportunities for crime.

Redcar and Cleveland's crime rate rose to 13.4 per 1,000 in July 2025, a 6.3% increase from June's 12.6 per 1,000. This places the area 55.8% above the UK average, a gap that has widened over recent months. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 60 crimes reported each day, reflecting a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 75 residents—a rate that underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of 139,228 people. This monthly exposure rate is significantly higher than the UK average, though exact UK figures are not provided for comparison. The population context reveals that crime is not evenly distributed; areas with high foot traffic, such as the town centre and coastal zones, likely experience higher concentrations of incidents. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in spaces where transient populations gather during peak summer activity.