Egglescliffe Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Egglescliffe’s crime picture in January 2026, accounting for 31.1% of all reported incidents. With a total crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents—35.3% below the UK average—this built-up area within Stockton-on-Tees demonstrates a consistently lower crime profile than national benchmarks. The most common category, violence and sexual offences, stood at 1.4 per 1,000 residents, 44% below the UK average, likely reflecting community policing efforts and the area’s relatively stable social fabric. Anti-social behaviour followed at 0.8 per 1,000, also below the UK rate, while other theft and shoplifting showed marked increases compared to December. Seasonal factors likely contributed to these patterns: shorter days and post-holiday retail quietude may have reduced opportunities for vehicle crime, which fell 75% month-on-month, while increased foot traffic in local shops could explain the 100% rise in shoplifting. The area’s low burglary rate (0.2 per 1,000) and criminal damage figures suggest strong community engagement and effective security measures. However, the sharp rise in property-related crimes highlights the need for continued vigilance, particularly in retail and residential zones. These trends align with Egglescliffe’s character as a smaller, more tightly knit built-up area where local initiatives may have a measurable impact on crime prevention.

January 2026 saw sharp increases in burglary (+100%), other theft (+100%), and shoplifting (+100%) compared to December, marking a notable shift in crime trends. These rises contrast with a 33.3% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which remained 44% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also declined, though it remained 14% below the UK rate. The surge in property crimes may reflect seasonal patterns, with post-holiday retail environments potentially creating vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped 75%, aligning with reduced outdoor activity during shorter winter days. For residents, the 100% increase in shoplifting highlights the need for heightened vigilance in local retail areas. The breakdown also shows that other theft—such as from vehicles or unsecured premises—rose sharply, suggesting targeted opportunities in the built-up area. These shifts illustrate the dynamic nature of crime patterns, influenced by both local context and broader seasonal factors.

Egglescliffe's crime rate in January 2026 rose 15.4% compared to December 2025, moving from 3.8 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects shifts in crime patterns during the post-holiday period. Daily crime figures show 1.45 crimes reported per day on average, a local metric that does not directly compare to UK-wide daily averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 230 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When contextualised against the population of 10,349, the 45 total crimes recorded in January equate to a manageable level of risk, though the rise in specific categories like burglary and other theft warrants attention. The shift from December’s crime profile—where vehicle crime dominated—suggests seasonal influences, with fewer outdoor activities in January likely reducing opportunities for such offences. However, the increase in property-related crimes may signal evolving challenges in local security measures.