Stockton-on-Tees Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Stockton-on-Tees, 11.3 crimes were reported in May 2023, placing the area 41.3% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This rate translates to a daily risk of roughly 76 crimes per day, highlighting the persistent challenge of crime in the local area. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.7% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.7%) and criminal damage and arson (9.2%). These figures align with patterns seen in areas with a mix of urban and suburban characteristics, where social activity in public spaces may contribute to higher rates of violent and disorderly incidents. The seasonal context of May—longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising—may partly explain the elevated levels of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Stockton-on-Tees is 51% above the UK average, suggesting a specific vulnerability in this category that could be linked to local factors such as community cohesion or policing priorities. While property crimes remain a concern, the dominance of violent crime in the area’s profile indicates a need for targeted interventions in high-risk environments like town centres or transport hubs.

May 2023 saw significant fluctuations in crime categories, with theft from the person increasing by 90% (from 10 to 19 incidents) and possession of weapons rising by 69.2% (from 13 to 22). These jumps contrast with declines in robbery (down 34.8%) and burglary (down 19.7%), suggesting shifting patterns in criminal activity. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Stockton-on-Tees remains 51% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect local socioeconomic conditions or policing strategies. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour—accounting for 15.7% of all crimes—also exceeded the UK average by 35%, indicating a persistent challenge in managing public disorder. A resident walking through the town centre on a Friday evening might find the 36.7% share of violent crimes particularly relevant, as this category includes incidents likely to occur in crowded, late-night settings. The sharp rise in theft from the person, while small in absolute terms, could signal increased pickpocketing in areas with high foot traffic, such as shopping districts or transport stations.

The crime rate in Stockton-on-Tees for May 2023 (11.3 per 1,000) was marginally higher than the previous month’s rate of 11.2, reflecting a 0.8% increase—though this shift is statistically stable and may not indicate a significant trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 76 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of over 206,000 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 88 residents, a ratio that contextualises the scale of exposure for individuals living or working in the area. While this monthly aggregate does not account for variations in crime timing or location, it provides a clear snapshot of the area’s crime burden relative to its population. Compared to the UK average, Stockton-on-Tees’ elevated rates in categories like violence and anti-social behaviour suggest a need for tailored approaches to address local challenges, particularly in areas with high concentrations of social activity. The relatively stable rate from April to May also indicates that seasonal factors, such as the start of the summer social season, may not have yet led to a more pronounced shift in crime patterns.