Hebburn Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hebburn's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.7% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure reflects a persistent challenge for the area, where the local crime profile is shaped by a combination of socioeconomic factors and seasonal dynamics. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (31% of all crimes), anti-social behaviour (12.8%), and criminal damage and arson (8.6%). These patterns align with the area's character as a built-up district within South Tyneside, where community tensions and property-related disputes may contribute to higher rates of violent and anti-social incidents. Seasonal factors also play a role, particularly during November, when extended darkness and events like Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping may influence criminal activity. The sharp increase in shoplifting (from 1 to 8 cases) and drug-related offences (from 2 to 15 cases) could be linked to the influx of holiday shoppers and the associated economic pressures. However, some categories, such as criminal damage and arson, showed a notable decline of 36% compared to the previous month, reflecting temporary reductions in targeted vandalism. The interplay between these trends suggests a complex relationship between local conditions and crime patterns, requiring ongoing monitoring to identify long-term shifts.

November 2024 saw a 10.6% increase in Hebburn's overall crime rate compared to October, with several categories showing striking shifts. Shoplifting, for instance, surged by 700%, rising from 1 to 8 incidents—a dramatic jump that may be tied to the Black Friday shopping rush, which often sees increased retail crime. Similarly, drug-related offences escalated by 650%, climbing from 2 to 15 cases, a figure that is 169% above the UK average. Vehicle crime also saw a sharp rise, increasing by 433% (from 3 to 16 cases), a rate 82% higher than the national average. These spikes contrast with declines in certain areas, such as criminal damage and arson, which fell by 36% (from 25 to 16 cases), potentially due to temporary enforcement measures or seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 31% of all crimes, decreased by 20.5% compared to the previous month, though they remain 9% above the UK average. The data also highlights a notable anomaly: shoplifting rates in Hebburn are 42% below the UK average, reflecting local retail strategies or community engagement efforts. For residents, the surge in drug-related crime underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas with high concentrations of illicit activity.

Hebburn's crime rate in November 2024 (9.1 per 1,000) marks a 10.6% increase from October's rate of 8.2 per 1,000, indicating a concerning upward trend over the past month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 6 crimes per day, a figure that, while localised, highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of 20,635 residents. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 110 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the impact of crime on the local population. When compared to the UK average, Hebburn's overall rate remains significantly higher, though the breakdown of specific crime types reveals a mixed picture. While drug-related offences and vehicle crime are elevated—169% and 82% above the UK average, respectively—shoplifting rates are 42% below the national average. This contrast suggests that some local initiatives may be effective in curbing specific types of crime, even as others remain stubbornly high. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates the challenge: with 187 crimes reported in November, the rate per capita is higher than the UK average, requiring sustained efforts to address underlying factors such as socioeconomic disparities and community safety.