Skelton (Redcar and Cleveland) Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Skelton (Redcar and Cleveland) during April 2023 reveals a distinct pattern, with violence and sexual offences, public order issues, and anti-social behaviour accounting for nearly 67% of all recorded crimes. At 8.1 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s crime rate sits 8% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This imbalance suggests a focus on interpersonal and community-level conflicts rather than property crime, which constitutes only 30% of the total. Violence and sexual offences alone make up 34.6% of all crimes, significantly higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (2.8 per 1,000 in Skelton). This may reflect the area’s character as a built-up area within a coastal town, where social interactions and public spaces play a central role in crime dynamics. Public order offences—such as noise disputes, anti-social behaviour, and disorder—account for 17.3% of crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. The seasonal context of April, with Easter activities and increased outdoor engagement, likely contributes to this spike. Anti-social behaviour, which rose sharply in April, may be linked to the timing of school holidays and community events. Meanwhile, property crime remains relatively low, with burglary and shoplifting both below UK averages. This suggests a community where social cohesion and local governance may play a more significant role in shaping crime patterns than economic factors typically associated with property theft. The data underscores a need for targeted interventions in public spaces and community engagement initiatives to address the overrepresentation of violent and disorderly crimes.

April 2023 saw dramatic shifts in Skelton’s crime mix, with anti-social behaviour surging 700% (from 1 to 8 incidents) and theft from the person and robbery each doubling from zero to one incident. These increases may reflect the Easter holiday period, when transient populations and altered routines could strain local policing resources. Conversely, shoplifting dropped 71.4% (from 7 to 2 incidents), due to seasonal retail strategies or heightened security measures. Public order offences remain strikingly elevated, with 1.4 per 1,000 residents—119% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This category includes disturbances that may be exacerbated by the town’s built-up environment and the influx of visitors during spring. Meanwhile, vehicle crime rose 78% above the UK average, though only five incidents were recorded, highlighting the area’s relatively low exposure to this type of crime. The contrast between property crime rates (3.9% of total crimes) and violent crime (34.6%) underscores a community where interpersonal conflicts and public order issues dominate over theft or burglary. For residents, the 700% spike in anti-social behaviour is a key concern, as it suggests a need for community-based solutions to address underlying tensions. This month’s data also shows that shoplifting, which fell sharply, may be influenced by factors such as local retail policies or the timing of Easter sales.

Skelton’s crime rate in April 2023 (8.1 per 1,000) represents a 4.1% increase from March’s 7.8 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in April, a figure that, while modest, highlights the frequency of incidents in a small built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 123 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, while lower than some UK urban centres, remains significant for a community of 6,392 people. When scaled to the local population, the 8.1 crime rate means that 52 incidents occurred across a relatively compact area, which may amplify the impact of crimes on residents’ daily lives. This rate is higher than the UK average, particularly in categories such as public order (119% above) and violence (8% above), suggesting that Skelton’s unique demographic and geographic characteristics contribute to its distinct crime profile. The area’s position within Redcar and Cleveland—a coastal region with a mix of residential and industrial zones—may influence crime patterns. For residents, the 1-in-123 monthly exposure figure illustrates the tangible presence of crime in everyday life, even if the overall number of incidents remains relatively low compared to larger cities.