Skelton Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2025, Skelton (Redcar and Cleveland) recorded a crime rate of 10.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 27.2% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 27.3% of reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (21.2%) and shoplifting (16.7%). These figures underscore a local pattern where property-related crimes, particularly vandalism and theft from retail premises, are high compared to national benchmarks. The area’s built-up nature within Redcar and Cleveland, a coastal and industrial region, may contribute to these trends. For instance, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson could reflect seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic during the start of summer or targeted activity in public spaces. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates, 170% above the UK average, may be influenced by the presence of retail hubs or high-traffic areas. Violence and sexual offences, though the most common category, remain 2% below the UK average, reflecting local policing efforts or community dynamics. The seasonal context of June—marking the beginning of summer—may also play a role, as longer days and warmer weather could influence crime patterns. Overall, the data highlights the need for tailored strategies to address the specific challenges faced by Skelton, balancing efforts to reduce property crimes with maintaining community safety.

June 2025 marked a significant shift in Skelton’s crime profile, with criminal damage and arson surging by 180% compared to May, rising from 5 to 14 incidents. This sharp increase, coupled with a 100% rise in possession of weapons and other crime, highlights emerging concerns in the area. Conversely, burglary and vehicle crime both fell sharply, with burglary dropping 88.9% (from 9 to 1) and vehicle crime declining 66.7% (from 3 to 1). These contrasting trends suggest a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics. Violence and sexual offences, while still the most common category, remained 2% below the UK average (2.9 per 1,000), whereas criminal damage and arson were 279% above the UK rate (0.6 per 1,000). For residents, the 180% spike in criminal damage and arson may signal increased activity in public spaces or targeted vandalism during the early summer months.

Skelton (Redcar and Cleveland) saw a 16.4% decrease in its crime rate from May 2025 to June 2025, dropping from 12.4 to 10.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline contrasts with the overall UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, placing Skelton 27.2% above the national rate. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day in June, a figure that may reflect local patterns rather than broader trends. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 97 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents within a relatively small population. While the drop in burglary and vehicle crime suggests potential improvements in local security measures, the persistence of high rates in categories like criminal damage and arson indicates ongoing challenges. These figures, when scaled to Skelton’s population of 6,392, underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas where property crimes remain elevated.