Marske-by-the-Sea Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Marske-by-the-Sea’s January 2024 crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents places it 37.8% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national figure of 7.4 per 1,000. This marked improvement underscores the area’s ongoing efforts in crime prevention, though it is tempered by seasonal factors that influence crime patterns. The top crime types in the month were violence and sexual offences (14 incidents, 42.4% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (5, 15.2%) and public order offences (4, 12.1%). These figures align with the area’s character as a small built-up district within Redcar and Cleveland, where limited retail and nightlife presence may contribute to lower rates of property crime. However, the seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with reduced retail activity and shorter days—may have influenced the decrease in shoplifting and other outdoor crimes. The relatively low levels of violent crime, particularly violence and sexual offences, are 27% below the UK average, a trend that could be partly explained by the area’s compact population and reduced opportunities for such incidents. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences, while still below the UK average for most categories, saw notable increases, linked to colder weather and indoor social interactions. These dynamics reflect the combination of local demographics, infrastructure, and seasonal rhythms, all of which shape the area’s crime profile in ways distinct from larger urban centres.

January 2024 saw a significant 50% decrease in shoplifting, with incidents falling from six to three, a shift likely tied to post-holiday retail footfall reductions. Conversely, anti-social behaviour surged by 150%, rising from two to five incidents, a jump that may reflect seasonal transitions or community dynamics. Public order offences also increased by 100%, from two to four, suggesting a potential rise in disputes or gatherings during colder weather. Violent crimes in the area remain 27% below the UK average at 1.9 per 1,000, a consistent trend that could be attributed to the area’s smaller population and lower density of nightlife venues. These shifts highlight the dual impact of seasonal factors and local characteristics, with retail downturns reducing certain crimes while other categories, like anti-social behaviour, may be influenced by colder weather and indoor gatherings. For residents, the drop in shoplifting offers a tangible benefit, though the rise in anti-social behaviour underscores the need for community engagement strategies.

Marske-by-the-Sea’s January 2024 crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents marks a 3.2% increase from December’s 4.4 per 1,000, though it remains well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the month, a figure that reflects the small population of 7,216 residents. When scaled to monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 219 residents, a rate that underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile despite the slight upward trend. This context is critical for residents: even with the 3.2% rise, the area’s crime rate is still 37.8% below the national average, highlighting the effectiveness of local crime prevention efforts. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that the likelihood of experiencing a crime in January was minimal, with only 0.46% of the population directly affected by reported incidents. This contrast with the UK’s higher rate reinforces Marske-by-the-Sea’s position as a safer area, even as seasonal factors like post-holiday activity may have contributed to minor fluctuations.