Whitburn Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Whitburn (South Tyneside), 4.8 crimes were reported in October 2024—a rate 40.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This suggests that, on a per-capita basis, residents face a significantly lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national population. The most common crime type was shoplifting, accounting for 32% of all incidents. This figure is 108% above the UK average, indicating that local factors—such as the presence of retail centres or high-traffic areas—may be driving this specific category. Violence and sexual offences (16% of total crimes) were lower than the UK average, with a 70% deficit, which could be attributed to seasonal factors like reduced evening activity or community measures. Anti-social behaviour (12% of total crimes) also fell 53% below the national average, reflecting a quieter community dynamic during October. The month's seasonal context—shorter days, the clocks going back, and Halloween—may have influenced patterns, with shoplifting and public order offences rising sharply. However, the overall low crime rate compared to the UK average underscores that, despite these localized spikes, Whitburn remains a relatively safe area for residents.

October 2024 saw sharp increases in Other theft (+200%) and Public order offences (+100%), both rising from zero to three incidents. This surge may reflect heightened activity during Halloween or increased foot traffic in public spaces. Conversely, violent crimes fell by 71.4% compared to the previous month, with violence and sexual offences dropping from 14 to 4. This decline is 70% below the UK average for the category, potentially linked to seasonal factors like shorter evenings or community initiatives. Shoplifting remained the most common crime (32% of total), despite being 108% above the UK average. This discrepancy suggests that local retail environments—high-density shopping areas or frequent footfall—may contribute to higher rates of this specific offence compared to national averages.

Whitburn's crime rate in October 2024 (4.8 per 1,000 residents) represents a 13.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the seasonal transition into darker evenings, which may reduce opportunities for outdoor crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day in October, translating to a monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 209 residents. While this figure is lower than the UK average, the local context reveals significant variation in crime types. For instance, shoplifting in Whitburn (32% of total crimes) is 108% above the UK average, suggesting a unique dynamic in retail environments compared to national trends. This contrast highlights how local factors—such as the density of commercial areas—can shape crime patterns even within a generally safer community.