Redcar Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In Redcar, a built-up area within Redcar and Cleveland, the crime rate for May 2025 stood at 12.1 per 1,000 residents — 49.4% above the UK average of 8.1. This translates to roughly one reported crime for every 83 residents in the course of a month, a figure that underscores the everyday risk faced by local residents. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (34% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (28.5%) and criminal damage and arson (7.5%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a town with a mix of industrial heritage and community spaces, where social interactions in public areas may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and violence. May’s longer evenings and bank holidays likely amplified outdoor socialising, increasing opportunities for public order incidents and anti-social acts. The seasonal context suggests that as temperatures rise and daylight hours extend, community spaces become more active, which may explain the elevated rates of violence and sexual offences compared to other months. However, direct causation, and other factors such as local events or economic conditions could also play a role.

May 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with bicycle theft surging by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents) and possession of weapons increasing by 133% (from 3 to 7). These spikes, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened awareness or targeted activity in certain areas. Theft from the person also rose by 100%, though this category remained exceptionally low at just 1 incident. Conversely, drugs-related crimes fell by 36.4% (from 11 to 7), and burglary decreased by 5.6% (from 18 to 17), possibly due to seasonal changes in property occupancy or increased security measures. Violence and sexual offences remained 45% above the UK average (4.1 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour was 139% above the UK average (3.4 per 1,000). These disparities highlight areas where local conditions — such as high foot traffic in town centres or the presence of social hubs — may contribute to persistent challenges. Meanwhile, vehicle crime in Redcar was 50% below the UK average (0.2 vs 0.4 per 1,000), a figure that could be attributed to lower car ownership rates or more effective local deterrents.

The crime rate in Redcar for May 2025 (12.1 per 1,000) represents an 11.7% increase compared to the previous month’s rate of 10.8 per 1,000. Over the course of 31 days, this equates to approximately 15 crimes reported daily — a local figure that does not include UK-wide comparisons. On a monthly basis, the rate means one reported crime occurred for roughly every 83 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of risk for individuals living in the area. When compared to the UK average, Redcar’s crime rate remains high, with violent crimes and anti-social behaviour far exceeding national levels. However, this perspective must be balanced against the area’s unique demographic and geographic characteristics. For instance, vehicle crime in Redcar is 50% below the UK average, which may reflect differences in transportation patterns or local infrastructure. The 11.7% month-on-month increase, while notable, should be viewed alongside the broader context of seasonal activity and local events in May, which may temporarily elevate certain crime types. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly during evenings and weekends when social activity is concentrated in public spaces.