Billingham Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Billingham's crime profile in October 2024, accounting for 30.9% of all reported crimes. At 9.2 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate was 13.6% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure highlights a persistent challenge for local authorities, with violent crimes affecting the community compared to national trends. The breakdown of crime types reveals a complex picture: while shoplifting rates were 17% below the UK average, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage were significantly higher. These patterns may be influenced by the area's industrial heritage and the concentration of retail and residential zones. October's seasonal context—shorter days, Halloween festivities, and the transition into colder weather—likely contributes to increased anti-social behaviour and public order incidents, though this remains a hypothesis requiring further analysis. The dominance of violence and sexual offences suggests a need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or nightlife activity. This data underscores the importance of community engagement and policing strategies tailored to Billingham's specific socio-economic conditions.

October 2024 saw a 26% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 50 to 63 incidents. This surge aligns with the month's darker evenings and Halloween-related activity, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Bicycle theft also spiked by 100%, from 2 to 4 cases, possibly reflecting seasonal changes in outdoor activity or increased visibility of bicycles during shorter daylight hours. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 41%, from 39 to 23 incidents, which may be attributed to reduced traffic congestion or altered parking patterns during the month. The rate of violence and sexual offences (2.9 per 1,000) was 9% above the UK average, despite a 15.9% overall reduction in crime compared to the previous month. This suggests that while overall crime is trending downward, violent incidents remain a persistent concern. The 61% increase in other theft cases compared to the UK average highlights a need for targeted prevention efforts in areas with high retail density. These findings illustrate the uneven nature of crime trends and the importance of localized analysis in addressing specific challenges.

Billingham's crime rate in October 2024 (9.2 per 1,000) marked a 15.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 11.0 per 1,000, indicating a notable short-term improvement. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 10 crimes per day, a figure that provides context for local residents assessing risk in their immediate environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 108 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is 13.6% higher than the UK average. This statistic, while not directly comparable to national figures, offers a clear picture of the community's relative risk profile. The population of 34,045 means that each resident faces a 0.92% chance of being directly involved in a crime during the month, a rate that is particularly pronounced in violent crime categories. While this figure may seem abstract, it translates to tangible implications for community safety, especially in areas with higher concentrations of reported incidents. The comparison to the previous month's data suggests that targeted interventions or seasonal factors may have contributed to the downward trend, though long-term sustainability remains to be seen.