Hebburn Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Hebburn's built-up area within South Tyneside recorded 196 crimes in September 2023, translating to a crime rate of 9.5 per 1,000 residents—18.8% above the UK average of 8.0. This figure, when contextualised for Hebburn's population of 20,635, equates to roughly one crime for every 105 residents over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 30.1% of all incidents (59 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.5%, 46 cases) and criminal damage and arson (11.2%, 22 cases). These patterns align with the seasonal context of September, a time when back-to-school activities and university freshers' week may contribute to increased social interactions and associated conflicts. The high rate of anti-social behaviour, 64% above the UK average, may reflect the challenges of managing public spaces in a densely populated urban environment. In contrast, public order offences fell 19% below the UK average, suggesting a potential effectiveness in local policing strategies or community engagement initiatives. The data also reveals a 67% above UK average rate for other theft, which may be linked to the area's retail presence and foot traffic in commercial zones. These trends underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas with elevated crime rates while recognising the successes in managing other categories.

September 2023 saw a significant surge in robbery, with a 100% increase from zero to two incidents, and possession of weapons also rising to two cases—a 100% jump. Shoplifting rose by 71.4% to 12 incidents, potentially linked to back-to-school activity and university freshers' week. Meanwhile, drugs-related crimes fell by 50% to one incident, and public order offences dropped by 16.7% to 10. The area's anti-social behaviour rate (2.2 per 1,000) is 64% above the UK average, while vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) is 17% below. These variations suggest a combination of local demographics and seasonal patterns, with specific crime types warranting closer attention from residents and authorities.

Hebburn's crime rate in September 2023 rose to 9.5 per 1,000 residents, a 9.6% increase from the previous month's 8.7 per 1,000. This places the area 18.8% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent disparity in local crime trends. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 105 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for residents. Daily crime activity averaged 7 incidents per day, a locally specific measure that reflects the concentration of incidents in a built-up area. When compared to the UK-wide data, Hebburn's anti-social behaviour rate is 64% above the national average, while vehicle crime and public order offences fall below UK levels. This contrast suggests a unique local dynamic, possibly influenced by community density and policing priorities in a small urban setting.