Saltburn-by-the-Sea Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Saltburn-by-the-Sea’s overall crime rate in September 2024 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 22.1% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a sustained period of lower-than-average crime levels in the coastal town, which sits within the Redcar and Cleveland borough. The most frequently reported crimes were anti-social behaviour (37.1% of total), violence and sexual offences (34.3%), and vehicle crime (8.6%). These patterns align with the area’s seasonal rhythms, as September signals the transition from summer tourism to the start of the academic year. While the overall crime rate remains relatively low, the prominence of anti-social behaviour suggests ongoing challenges in managing public conduct, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or transient populations. The lower-than-UK-average rates for shoplifting (26% below) and other theft (43% below) may be partly explained by the end of the peak summer tourist season, which typically sees higher retail crime. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average (88% above) indicates a need for targeted community engagement strategies. This data underscores the complex relationship between seasonal transitions, local demographics, and crime patterns in a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist-oriented spaces.

September 2024 saw significant declines in several crime categories, with other theft falling 75.0% (from 8 to 2 incidents) and shoplifting decreasing by 72.7% (from 11 to 3). These reductions align with the seasonal shift away from summer tourism, which may have temporarily reduced opportunities for retail-related offences. The violent crime category, however, remained below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 2.1 per 1,000 (20% below the UK rate of 2.6 per 1,000). This contrast with the sharp increase in anti-social behaviour—2.2 per 1,000 (88% above the UK average)—suggests a combination of public order management and local social dynamics. For residents, the 72.7% drop in shoplifting is a tangible improvement, potentially linked to the closure of seasonal businesses or reduced foot traffic as the academic year begins. Meanwhile, vehicle crime remained slightly above the UK average (11% above), which may be explained by the town’s proximity to major transport routes. These fluctuations highlight the importance of monitoring crime trends in relation to both local and national seasonal patterns.

Saltburn-by-the-Sea’s September 2024 crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 represents a 55.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 13.3 per 1,000, illustrating a marked improvement in public safety. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of one crime per day over the 30-day period, which translates to a monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for every 168 residents. This figure provides a clear indication of the scale of crime relative to the local population, which stands at 5,864. When compared to the UK average, Saltburn-by-the-Sea’s performance is particularly noteworthy: its overall crime rate is 22.1% lower than the national benchmark, a difference that becomes even more pronounced when considering specific categories such as shoplifting and other theft. However, the significant rise in anti-social behaviour—88% above the UK average—underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where such incidents are concentrated. This contrast between below-average violent crime rates and above-average anti-social behaviour highlights the importance of contextual factors, such as the town’s coastal location and the influence of seasonal transitions on community dynamics. The sharp month-on-month reduction in crime also suggests that recent initiatives or natural seasonal trends may have had a measurable impact on local safety.