Hebburn Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 20,635 residents, Hebburn recorded 192 crimes in September 2024, translating to a crime rate of 9.3 per 1,000 people. This figure, 20.8% above the UK average of 7.7, signals a notable deviation from national trends. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (37.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.9%) and public order offences (9.4%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of September, a time when back-to-school activities and the onset of university freshers’ week may contribute to increased social interactions and associated risks. The dominance of violent crimes, particularly in categories like robbery and drug-related offences, raises questions about the interplay between local demographics and crime dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, which is 71% above the UK average, may be exacerbated by the area’s built-up character and the concentration of residential and commercial spaces. Public order offences, though lower than anti-social behaviour, still exceed national benchmarks by 61%, suggesting challenges in managing public spaces during the transition from summer to autumn. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime and shoplifting—56% and 71% below UK averages, respectively—indicate that certain aspects of local crime prevention, such as surveillance or community engagement in retail areas, may be effective. However, the sharp rise in drug-related crimes, which surged by 300% month-on-month, underscores the need for targeted strategies to address this emerging concern. These findings reflect a combination of local factors, including seasonal transitions, demographic shifts, and the area’s built environment, which together shape the crime profile of Hebburn.

September 2024 saw sharp increases in drug-related crimes (+300%), other unspecified crimes (+250%), and robberies (+200%), all of which point to evolving patterns in criminal activity. These jumps, particularly in drug offences, are stark contrasts to the 54.5% decline in shoplifting, which fell from 11 to 5 incidents. The breakdown reveals a shift in the crime mix, with violent crimes dominating 37.5% of the total, significantly above the UK average for this category (34%). Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also exceeded national benchmarks by 71% and 61%, respectively. This divergence suggests that local factors—such as the influx of students during the university freshers period—may be influencing these trends. Vehicle crime and shoplifting were 56% and 71% below UK averages, respectively, indicating areas where Hebburn’s policing or community initiatives might be effectively reducing certain types of crime.

Hebburn's crime rate in September 2024 rose to 9.3 per 1,000 residents, a 20.6% increase from the previous month’s 7.7 per 1,000. This places the area 20.8% above the UK average, highlighting a marked departure from national trends. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately six crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that may resonate with local residents accustomed to routine policing activity. Monthly exposure reveals that, over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 107 residents—a statistic that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. When contextualised against the broader UK landscape, Hebburn’s rate diverges significantly, particularly in categories such as violence and anti-social behaviour, which are represented compared to national averages. These figures, while not directly comparable to UK-wide daily or monthly exposure metrics, offer a clear snapshot of the area’s current challenges and the need for targeted interventions.