Redcar and Cleveland Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 139,228, Redcar and Cleveland recorded 1,567 crimes in September 2025, equating to 11.3 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 52.7% higher than the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, highlighting a significant disparity in local crime patterns. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.1% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 20.9% and criminal damage and arson at 10.3%. These figures suggest a combination of factors, including the area's industrial legacy and seasonal dynamics. September, a transitional month marked by the return to school and university freshers, may contribute to increased social tensions and anti-social behaviour. The elevated rates of property crimes—such as burglary (6.6%) and shoplifting (7.9%)—could reflect the presence of retail hubs and high-traffic areas. While violent crime rates are higher than the UK average, direct links to local demographics or geography, necessitating further analysis to identify underlying causes.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with theft from the person increasing by 100% (from 1 to 2 incidents) and other crime rising by 33.3% (from 42 to 56). These changes may reflect seasonal factors, such as university freshers' week, which can heighten opportunities for petty theft. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 66.7% (from 6 to 2), potentially linked to reduced outdoor activity as evenings lengthen. Vehicle crime also fell by 33.8% (from 77 to 51), due to changes in commuter patterns or increased security measures. The local rate of violence and sexual offences (3.5 per 1,000) is 36% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (2.4 per 1,000) is 105% higher. These disparities underscore the area's unique challenges, though the exact drivers—whether economic, social, or environmental—require further investigation. Vehicle crime remains at the UK average (0.4 per 1,000), offering a rare point of alignment with national trends.

The crime rate in September 2025 (11.3 per 1,000) represents a 10.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 12.6 per 1,000, indicating a modest but measurable decline. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately 52 crimes reported each day in Redcar and Cleveland—a figure that, while stark, provides context for residents to gauge local risks. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 89 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of this size. When compared to the UK average, the area's crime profile remains distinct, with violent and property crimes affecting local statistics. However, the 10.9% month-on-month reduction suggests potential improvements in policing strategies or community initiatives. The population-scaled perspective highlights the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas where crime rates exceed national benchmarks by margins as high as 186% for burglary.