East Boldon and West Boldon Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 7,436 residents, East Boldon and West Boldon recorded 34 crimes in August 2024, translating to a crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 43.9% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to the national context. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (8 incidents, 23.5% of total), anti-social behaviour (5 incidents, 14.7%), and vehicle crime (5 incidents, 14.7%). These patterns suggest a mix of social and environmental factors at play. The summer months, particularly August, are typically associated with higher tourism activity in the region, which can influence crime dynamics. However, the area’s crime rate remains lower than the UK average, possibly due to its compact built-up nature and lower population density compared to larger urban centres. The breakdown of crimes shows that violent offences, while still the largest category, have decreased by 50% compared to the previous month, potentially reflecting seasonal shifts in community activity or reduced opportunities for crime during the day. Anti-social behaviour, which often correlates with higher population density and public spaces, remains a consistent concern but is still significantly below the UK average. The presence of vehicle crime above the UK average may indicate a need for targeted measures around parking areas or transport hubs. The seasonal context of August—peak holiday month, increased tourism, and potential empty homes—could have influenced some crime types, such as burglary, which fell by 75% compared to July. However, the exact relationship between these factors and the crime data requires further exploration, as the data does not provide definitive causal links.

August 2024 saw a stark shift in crime patterns, with bicycle theft rising by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents), marking a significant outlier compared to the UK average for this category (0.1 per 1,000). This increase may reflect local factors such as a growing number of cyclists or seasonal changes in mobility. Conversely, burglary dropped by 75% (from 4 to 1), a sharp decline that contrasts with the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This could be attributed to fewer vacant homes during the summer or heightened community awareness. Meanwhile, vehicle crime remained above the UK average (0.5 per 1,000) at 0.7 per 1,000, a 56% increase, linked to increased traffic during holiday periods. The most common crime type, violence and sexual offences, fell by 50% (from 16 to 8), a reduction that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as fewer evening events in the area.

East Boldon and West Boldon recorded a crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents in August 2024, a 24.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as August typically sees reduced foot traffic in local retail areas and lower overnight stays in residential properties. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 219 residents. When scaled to the area’s population of 7,436, the 34 total crimes equate to a relatively low frequency compared to the UK average. This suggests that the built-up area’s characteristics—such as its compact layout and possibly higher levels of community engagement—may contribute to a more stable crime environment, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this. The drop in burglary rates, for example, could reflect seasonal patterns where vacation homes are less occupied or community vigilance increases during peak holiday periods.