Billingham Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Billingham recorded a crime rate of 9.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 30.3% above the UK average of 7.6. This figure reflects a persistent challenge for the area, with the balance of crime types showing a near-even split between property and violent crime. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.9% of all crimes, while property-related incidents—such as shoplifting, burglary, and vehicle crime—made up 36.1%. The proximity of these figures suggests a combination of local factors, though the seasonal context of November may offer some insight. With Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the early onset of winter darkness, the environment may have contributed to heightened tensions in public spaces and increased opportunities for certain offences. Anti-social behaviour, for instance, rose to 14.8% of all crimes, linked to the social dynamics of a built-up area during a month marked by both commercial activity and community events. Meanwhile, the relatively high rate of criminal damage and arson—111% above the UK average—could indicate a combination of targeted vandalism and the challenges of managing public spaces in a town with a mix of residential and commercial zones. These patterns, while not entirely unexpected, underscore the need for continued monitoring as seasonal transitions and local events influence crime trends.

November 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with 'other crime' surging by 600% (from 3 to 21) and robbery doubling (from 1 to 3). These sharp increases may reflect underreported incidents or shifts in criminal activity linked to the month's events, though further analysis would be required to confirm. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 52.2% (from 23 to 11), possibly due to reduced daylight hours deterring opportunistic thefts or increased security measures in parking areas. The violent crime category, while not showing a dramatic change, remained high: violence and sexual offences were 36% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 35% above. This suggests that Billingham's built-up area may face particular challenges in managing public order, especially during periods of heightened social activity. The rate of theft from the person—though minimal at 0.3 per 1,000—was 100% below the UK average, which could indicate effective policing in high-footfall areas or the absence of targeted crime in this category. Residents might find the 34.9% share of violent crimes in the overall tally particularly concerning, as it highlights a need for focused interventions in areas where such incidents are concentrated.

The crime rate in Billingham rose by 7.7% from 9.2 per 1,000 in October to 9.9 per 1,000 in November 2024, marking a continued upward trend over the past year. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 11 crimes per day, a figure that, while not alarming in isolation, reflects the cumulative impact of sustained activity across multiple categories. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure—1 crime for every 101 residents—provides a tangible measure of the frequency of incidents in a community of 34,045. This rate is higher than the UK average, underscoring the need for targeted strategies to address the specific challenges faced by Billingham. The built-up nature of the area, combined with its proximity to Stockton-on-Tees, may contribute to the persistence of certain crime types, such as anti-social behaviour and property-related offences. While the overall increase is modest, the sharp rise in 'other crime' and the relative stability of violent crime suggest that the local context—such as the timing of events like Bonfire Night and the transition into winter—may play a role in shaping these trends. For residents, the comparison to the previous month highlights the importance of ongoing vigilance and community engagement in crime prevention efforts.