Saltburn-by-the-Sea Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,864, Saltburn-by-the-Sea recorded 28 crimes in December 2023 — equivalent to one crime for every 209 residents over the month. This crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents places the area 33.3% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents, 35.7% of total) remain the most common category, though this is 35% below the UK average for the same category. Shoplifting (5 incidents) and public order offences (4 incidents) also feature prominently, with shoplifting alone 84% above the UK average. The seasonal context of December — marked by dark evenings, Christmas shopping, and holiday-related absences — may partly explain patterns, such as the 400% increase in shoplifting compared to November. While violent crime rates declined from previous months, the area’s coastal location and seasonal foot traffic likely influence retail crime trends. The relatively low overall crime rate contrasts with the UK average, suggesting local factors such as community policing or seasonal demographics may contribute to the disparity. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting highlights vulnerabilities in retail security during peak shopping periods.

December 2023 saw a 400% increase in shoplifting compared to November, with five incidents reported — a stark contrast to the single case recorded in the prior month. Public order offences also doubled, rising from two to four incidents, potentially linked to the festive season’s increased social activity. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by two-thirds, and violence and sexual offences dropped by 37.5%, though the latter remains 35% below the UK average. The area’s shoplifting rate is 84% higher than the UK average, indicating a significant local challenge in retail crime prevention. This disparity may reflect Saltburn’s proximity to coastal tourist areas and high street retail hubs, which attract both shoppers and opportunistic thieves. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Saltburn is 35% below the UK average, a figure that aligns with the area’s lower population density and potential for community-focused policing efforts. These shifts underscore the combination of seasonal dynamics and local crime patterns, with some categories rising sharply while others decline.

Saltburn-by-the-Sea’s crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents in December 2023 marks a 33.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.2 per 1,000, reflecting a significant drop in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day during December — a figure that, while low, highlights the potential for concentrated incidents during specific periods. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 209 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. This statistic suggests that residents of Saltburn-by-the-Sea are less likely to be directly affected by crime compared to the national average, though the sharp rise in shoplifting indicates localized risks. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area’s crime rate is not only below the UK average but also shows marked month-on-month improvement, which could be attributed to seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during holiday absences or enhanced policing during peak shopping periods. These trends illustrate an area with generally low crime levels, but where specific categories — particularly retail-related offences — require targeted interventions.