Skelton Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Skelton (Redcar and Cleveland) experienced a crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents, 6.7% below the UK average of 7.5. This figure translates to a personal risk of approximately 1 in 142 residents facing a reported crime over the course of the month, a metric that underscores the relative safety of this built-up area. The crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences (19 incidents, 42.2% of total), followed by shoplifting (10 incidents, 22.2%). These patterns may be influenced by the area's industrial character and the seasonal context of November, which includes Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping. The latter appears to have driven the sharp increase in shoplifting, though the rate remains significantly higher than the UK average for this category (191% above). Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour rose by 50%, potentially linked to the extended darkness of winter evenings and the social dynamics of a smaller community. The overall rate, while lower than the UK average, highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas such as retail centres, which may be particularly vulnerable to theft during peak shopping periods. The balance between property and violent crime—58% property, 42% violent—suggests a mixed risk profile, with both personal safety and asset protection concerns requiring attention.

November saw a 233.3% increase in shoplifting, with incidents rising from 3 to 10. This sharp jump aligns with Black Friday shopping patterns, though the rate remains 191% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 90%, from 10 to 19 incidents, placing the area 16% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour increased by 50%, a trend that may reflect the impact of darker evenings and seasonal gatherings. Conversely, other theft and criminal damage both declined, with other theft falling by 50% to 3 incidents. These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, with retail activity and public spaces likely contributing to the rise in shoplifting and violence. Residents may find the 191% disparity in shoplifting rates particularly noteworthy, as it indicates a stark contrast with national trends.

Skelton's crime rate in November 2023 rose by 36.4% compared to October, moving from 5.2 to 7.0 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, remains 6.7% below the UK average of 7.5. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in November, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 142 residents, illustrating the relative scale of crime in this built-up area. While the population of 6,392 means each resident faces a lower probability of direct involvement compared to larger urban centres, the rise in violent crime and shoplifting highlights specific vulnerabilities. The absence of a UK daily crime comparison means local context must be prioritised, but the 1-in-142 figure offers a tangible benchmark for residents assessing their personal risk. This monthly exposure metric, though not a guarantee, provides a snapshot of the area's crime profile during a period marked by seasonal events such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping.