Hebburn Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Burglary and bicycle theft both doubled in October 2025, marking the most unexpected shift in Hebburn's crime profile. This built-up area within South Tyneside recorded 141 total crimes, equating to a crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents—11.7% below the UK average of 7.7. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.6% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.6%) and criminal damage and arson (13.5%). The seasonal context of October, with darker evenings and Halloween, may partly explain the persistence of violent crime, though the sharp rise in property-related offences defies immediate explanation. While violence remains the dominant category, the surge in burglary—up 100% from September—contrasts with the 58.3% drop in shoplifting, which may reflect changing patterns in retail crime. The area's relatively low crime rate compared to the UK average suggests effective local policing or community initiatives, though the sudden increase in burglary warrants closer examination. The breakdown shows a combination of resident-focused crimes and property crimes, with anti-social behaviour remaining a significant concern despite being 13% below the UK average. As the month progressed, the combination of seasonal factors and localized dynamics appears to have shaped the crime picture in ways that require further analysis.

Burglary and bicycle theft both saw 100% month-on-month increases, with the latter rising from zero to three incidents. This contrasts sharply with an 58.3% decrease in shoplifting, which fell from 12 to five cases. Violence and sexual offences, while remaining the most common crime category at 37.6% of total incidents, were 2% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour, at 15.6% of all crimes, was 13% below the UK rate, suggesting a notable local effectiveness in addressing such issues. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson—13.5% of total crimes—was 61% above the UK average, indicating a specific challenge in this area. The increase in burglary, now at 0.4 per 1,000 residents, is particularly noteworthy given the area's overall low crime rate. Residents may find the 58.3% drop in shoplifting encouraging, though the doubling of burglary cases highlights the need for vigilance in securing properties. The data also shows vehicle crime fell by 50%, and public order offences rose by 25%, suggesting shifting patterns in community interactions and enforcement priorities.

Hebburn's crime rate in October 2025 dropped 25.4% compared to September's 9.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a significant improvement. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly five crimes per day, a figure that contextualizes the monthly total of 141 incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 146 residents, a monthly exposure rate that aligns with the area's overall low crime profile. This statistic, while illustrating the frequency of incidents, does not account for population density or geographic spread. The 11.7% gap between Hebburn's rate and the UK average suggests a combination of local factors—such as community policing strategies or demographic characteristics—that may contribute to the area's relatively safer environment. However, the doubling of burglary cases highlights a vulnerability that contrasts with the broader trend. When scaled to the area's population of 20,635, the 141 crimes represent a manageable but not negligible proportion of the community. This comparison underscores both the progress made and the specific challenges that require targeted attention, particularly in addressing the sudden rise in property-related offences.