Skelton Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Skelton (Redcar and Cleveland) recorded a crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents in February 2026, placing it 4.7% above the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety within a built-up area that likely combines elements of industrial and residential activity. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (37.2% of all incidents), shoplifting (20.9%), and criminal damage and arson (11.6%). These patterns align with typical urban dynamics, where retail spaces and public areas are focal points for property-related crimes. The seasonal context of February — a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull — may have influenced the crime mix, though the sharp rise in shoplifting suggests other factors at play. Violence and sexual offences, though slightly above the UK average, remain a critical concern, potentially linked to the area’s demographic profile or local social dynamics. Shoplifting’s significant spike, however, stands out as an anomaly, raising questions about localized pressures such as increased foot traffic in retail zones or gaps in security measures. These trends underscore the need for targeted interventions that address both immediate crime hotspots and broader systemic issues.

February saw a dramatic 350% increase in shoplifting, with the number of incidents rising from 2 to 9. This surge, coupled with a 150% rise in criminal damage and arson, indicates a shift in crime patterns that may reflect seasonal factors or localized pressures. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 63.6%, dropping from 11 to 4, suggesting a possible reduction in public disorder during the winter months. Shoplifting’s sharp increase is particularly notable, as the category is 141% above the UK average — a stark contrast to the UK’s 0.6 per 1,000 rate. This discrepancy may point to specific vulnerabilities in retail areas or enforcement challenges. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour’s decline aligns with the UK average, offering a glimmer of stability in an otherwise volatile month.

Skelton’s crime rate in February 2026 rose to 6.7 per 1,000 residents, a 13.3% increase from 5.9 per 1,000 in January. This shift places the area 4.7% above the UK average. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of two reported incidents per day over the month, reflecting a steady but manageable pace of activity. When scaled to the population of 6,392, the monthly exposure equates to one crime for every 149 residents — a figure that underscores the relative frequency of incidents in a small built-up area. While this rate is higher than the UK average, the local context suggests that concentrated pockets of activity, such as shoplifting spikes or property crime clusters, may contribute to the disparity. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that, despite the increase, the area remains within a range typical for similar-sized communities.