Redcar Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

November 2023 marked a significant shift in Redcar’s crime profile, with the area’s overall crime rate standing at 11.5 per 1,000 residents — 53.3% above the UK average of 7.5. This elevated rate reflects a combination of local factors, including the town’s proximity to major transport links and its mix of urban and industrial zones. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 35.5% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 26.8%. These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of November, when shorter evenings and events like Bonfire Night can heighten tensions in public spaces. The sharp rise in theft from the person — a category that saw a 100% increase month-on-month — suggests potential vulnerabilities during high-traffic periods such as Black Friday shopping. While the UK average for violent crime is 2.6 per 1,000, Redcar’s rate of 4.1 per 1,000 indicates a higher incidence of such offences. This could be attributed to the area’s demographic profile, which includes a significant proportion of younger residents and transient populations. Meanwhile, shoplifting and burglary rates remained elevated, with both categories exceeding UK averages by 45% and 106% respectively. These trends highlight the need for targeted interventions in retail areas and high-footfall zones. The month’s crime picture also underscores the impact of seasonal transitions, with colder weather and reduced daylight likely contributing to increased anti-social behaviour and public order incidents.

The most dramatic shift in November 2023 was the 100% increase in theft from the person, which rose from zero to one reported incident. This spike, though small in absolute terms, signals potential gaps in security during high-traffic periods like Black Friday. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 61.5% compared to October, with incidents dropping from 26 to 10. This decline may reflect heightened awareness or improved security measures around parking areas. The breakdown of crime types also reveals stark contrasts with UK averages: anti-social behaviour in Redcar was 195% above the national rate, a figure that likely reflects the area’s dense built-up environment and the challenges of managing community tensions. Meanwhile, other theft — which includes burglary and vehicle crime — saw a mixed picture, with burglary rising by 45% but vehicle crime falling sharply. This divergence suggests that while some property crime categories are being addressed effectively, others remain persistent issues. For residents, the most immediate concern is the 58% increase in violent crime compared to the UK average, which underscores the need for community-based initiatives to tackle root causes of aggression. The data also highlights an unexpected drop in possession of weapons, which fell by 60% month-on-month, possibly indicating successful enforcement actions or reduced demand during the off-peak season.

Redcar’s crime rate in November 2023 fell by 14.4% compared to the previous month, dropping from 13.4 to 11.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline, though modest, suggests that targeted efforts may be yielding results, particularly in reducing vehicle crime and weapon possession. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 15 crimes per day — a figure that, while concerning, is manageable for local policing resources. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 87 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is higher than the UK average but comparable to other urban centres with similar demographic profiles. With a population of 39,007, Redcar’s crime statistics highlight the challenges of managing a built-up area with a mix of residential, industrial, and retail zones. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while individual risk remains relatively low, the concentration of incidents in specific areas — such as the town centre — means that some communities face higher exposure. This context is crucial for understanding the disparity between overall rates and the lived experience of local residents. The comparison to the previous month also raises questions about the sustainability of the downward trend, particularly as seasonal factors like the holiday period approach. Residents may find the daily crime count more relatable: in practical terms, this means that a typical Redcar resident has a 1-in-87 chance of being directly affected by a crime in any given month.