Marske-by-the-Sea Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Marske-by-the-Sea’s crime rate in September 2023 stood at 6.8 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 15% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This relatively low rate reflects the built-up area’s small population and its location within Redcar and Cleveland, a region historically characterised by lower urban crime density. The most prevalent crime type was shoplifting, accounting for 22.5% of all reported incidents, followed by vehicle crime (16.3%) and violence and sexual offences (16.3%). These figures suggest that retail spaces remain a focal point for criminal activity, a pattern consistent with areas reliant on tourism and local commerce. Seasonal factors likely influenced these trends: the start of the academic year and university freshers’ week may have contributed to increased foot traffic in retail areas, potentially creating opportunities for shoplifting. Meanwhile, the lower-than-average rates of violence and sexual offences could be attributed to the area’s smaller, more tightly knit community, where social cohesion may deter such crimes. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting and other theft highlights the need for enhanced security measures in local stores and public spaces. The overall crime profile illustrates a balance between the pressures of seasonal activity and the resilience of a community that has historically maintained lower crime levels through local policing and community engagement.

September 2023 marked a significant surge in shoplifting, with incidents rising by 120% compared to August, reaching 11 cases—22.5% of total crimes. This sharp increase, which outpaced the UK average by 168%, may reflect seasonal factors such as back-to-school shopping or university freshers’ week activities. Other theft also rose sharply, jumping 133.3% to seven cases, a figure that highlights vulnerabilities in local retail and personal property security. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 80% to one incident, likely linked to the end of summer events and reduced outdoor activity. Violence and sexual offences remained below the UK average by 60%, with eight cases reported, suggesting that the area’s relatively low levels of violent crime persist despite the seasonal influx of visitors. These shifts in crime patterns underscore the need for targeted interventions in retail spaces and community engagement to address rising theft rates.

The crime rate in Marske-by-the-Sea fell by 22.2% in September 2023 compared to the previous month, dropping from 8.7 to 6.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months, though the rate remains 15% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day in September, a figure that provides context for local residents assessing risk levels. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 147 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the relatively low crime environment in this built-up area. With a population of 7,216, the local community’s size further contextualises these figures, highlighting that even small fluctuations in crime numbers can represent significant changes in terms of individual risk. The drop in reported crimes may partly explain the reduced pressure on local policing resources, though seasonal factors such as the end of summer holidays could also play a role in the downward trend.