Saltburn-by-the-Sea Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Saltburn-by-the-Sea’s crime rate in August 2025 stood at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, 30.9% below the UK average of 8.1. This performance places the area among the safest in the country, a trend likely influenced by its coastal geography and seasonal rhythms. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 33.3% of all reported crimes, with 11 incidents recorded—significantly higher than the UK average for this category (1.5 per 1,000). This disparity may be attributed to the town’s proximity to major transport links and the transient nature of its population during the summer months. Violence and sexual offences, at 7 cases (1.2 per 1,000), were 58% below the UK average, a figure that could reflect the area’s relatively low population density and the presence of community-focused policing initiatives. The breakdown also revealed a marked imbalance in property crime, with burglary and criminal damage and arson both exceeding UK averages by 85% and 19%, respectively. These trends may be partially explained by the seasonal context of August, when holiday absences and increased property vacancies can create opportunities for targeted crimes. Despite these spikes, the overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average, suggesting that the area’s unique characteristics—such as its compact built-up nature and proximity to natural barriers—contribute to its generally low crime profile. The data also underscores the importance of monitoring specific categories, such as anti-social behaviour, which, while lower than some other types of crime, still require targeted interventions to address local concerns.

August 2025 marked a 10% increase in anti-social behaviour, with 11 incidents reported—30% above the UK average for this category. This rise, though modest, contrasts with a 75% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from four to one incident. Burglary saw a dramatic 100% increase, jumping from zero to three cases, a shift that may reflect the seasonal context of August, when empty homes are more common due to holiday absences. The category of 'other theft' also decreased by 50%, from four to two incidents, a trend consistent with reduced foot traffic during peak summer months. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson declined by 42.9%, from seven to four cases, possibly linked to increased community activity or heightened enforcement during the tourist season. These fluctuations illustrate how seasonal dynamics and local factors can influence crime patterns in a coastal town.

August 2025 saw a 23.2% decrease in Saltburn-by-the-Sea’s crime rate compared to July, dropping from 7.3 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends in coastal areas, where summer holidays and increased tourism may temporarily reduce opportunities for certain crimes. Daily crime activity averaged roughly one incident per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s small population of 5,864. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 178 residents, a ratio that contextualises the impact of crime on local communities. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which would require a more granular comparison to fully assess. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the 30.9% reduction in the overall rate, the absolute number of crimes (33) remains relatively modest, suggesting that the area’s crime profile is shaped by its unique characteristics, including its coastal geography and seasonal visitor patterns.