Billingham Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Billingham's crime rate in July 2025 stood at 11.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 31.4% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This divergence from national trends is most pronounced in violent crimes, which accounted for 37.1% of all reported incidents—38% above the UK average. The area's profile is shaped by a combination of factors, including its status as a built-up area within Stockton-on-Tees and its exposure to seasonal activity. July, a peak summer month, typically sees increased foot traffic, tourism, and community events, which may contribute to the elevated rates of violence and anti-social behaviour. These patterns align with the broader context of urban areas, where higher population density and social interactions can drive crime rates. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences, followed by anti-social behaviour and criminal damage. The seasonal context of July—schools out, festivals, and outdoor events—likely plays a role in the distribution of crime types, with public spaces becoming focal points for incidents. While the overall rate is higher than the UK average, the breakdown of crime types offers insight into the specific challenges faced by Billingham. The dominance of violent crimes suggests a need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with high social activity. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of vehicle crime—23% below the UK average—may reflect the area's infrastructure or parking practices, though further analysis would be required to confirm this. The interplay between local demographics, geography, and seasonal trends provides a framework for understanding the crime picture, even as the figures highlight the area's distinct position compared to the national average.

July 2025 saw a stark rise in possession of weapons, surging 400% from 1 to 5 incidents—a jump that outpaces all other categories. This spike, alongside a 150% increase in drug-related crimes and a 125% rise in 'other crime', signals a shift in the nature of incidents reported. Meanwhile, burglary rates fell by 53.6%, dropping from 28 to 13 cases, a decline that contrasts sharply with the national trend. The breakdown of crime types reveals that anti-social behaviour remains high, with 35% above the UK average, while public order offences dipped slightly below the national benchmark. These fluctuations may reflect the impact of summer events, which can strain local resources and amplify certain types of crime. Residents may find the 400% increase in weapon possession particularly concerning, as it suggests a potential escalation in confrontational incidents.

Billingham's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 11.3 per 1,000 residents, a 25.6% increase from 9.0 per 1,000 in June. This places the area 31.4% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, highlighting a significant divergence from national trends. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 12 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the density of incidents over the 31-day period. When scaled to the local population, this equates to one reported crime for every 89 residents over the course of the month—a rate that underscores the concentration of incidents in a built-up area. While the UK average provides a broad benchmark, Billingham's specific context—its proximity to urban centres and seasonal activity—likely contributes to the disparity. The localised impact is particularly evident in violent crimes, which remain 38% above the UK average, suggesting that community-specific factors may be at play.