Egglescliffe Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Egglescliffe's crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents in March 2024 places it 36.4% below the UK average of 7.7, marking one of the lowest rates in the country. Violence and sexual offences dominated with 17 incidents (33.3% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (11.8%) and shoplifting (11.8%). This pattern is consistent with the area's character as a mixed-use built-up area within Stockton-on-Tees, where retail and community hubs may contribute to anti-social behaviour and theft. The seasonal transition to spring, with longer evenings and clocks changing, may influence patterns, though the drop in violent crime compared to February could reflect reduced winter-related tensions. 'Other crime' stood at 167% above the UK average, a figure that may be linked to specific local circumstances not yet clear. The lower-than-average rates for shoplifting and anti-social behaviour suggest that community-focused initiatives or the area's relatively small scale may be effective in curbing these offences. The overall crime profile highlights Egglescliffe's status as a comparatively safe area, though the spike in vehicle crime and 'Other crime' warrants further analysis to understand contributing factors.

March 2024 saw a 300% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 4 incidents, and a 200% surge in public order offences, jumping from 1 to 3. Bicycle theft also doubled, from 0 to 2, marking a stark anomaly. These spikes contrast with a 10.5% reduction in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 19 to 17. 'Other crime' remained 167% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect specific local factors not yet identified. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting both fell below UK averages by 48% and 2%, respectively, suggesting effective community policing or seasonal influences. The increase in vehicle crime could be linked to warmer weather encouraging more car usage, while the drop in violence may correlate with the end of the winter period. Residents should remain vigilant regarding vehicle-related incidents, which have more than tripled in a single month.

Egglescliffe's crime rate in March 2024 rose 24.5% compared to February's 4.0 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. This increase aligns with the transition to spring, when increased foot traffic and longer evenings may contribute to higher visibility of certain offences. Locally, 51 crimes occurred over 31 days, averaging roughly 2 incidents per day. This equates to one reported crime for every 203 residents during the month, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the area's population of 10,349. While the daily crime count remains low compared to national averages, the 24.5% increase from February suggests a need for continued monitoring of patterns. The population-scaled perspective highlights that the crime rate, though rising, remains 36.4% below the UK average, underscoring the area's overall safety profile relative to other parts of the country.