Stockton-on-Tees Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 206,800, the 2,264 crimes reported in June 2024 equate to 11.0 incidents per 1,000 residents, a rate 34.1% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area’s elevated crime profile, which is consistent with its historical mix of urban and rural characteristics, including industrial heritage and a diverse range of community activities. Violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.0% of all crimes, remain the most prevalent category, with a rate of 3.4 per 1,000—23% above the national average. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, contributing 19.4% of reported incidents, a rate of 2.1 per 1,000 that is 50% above the UK average. This may reflect the area’s density of public spaces and social interactions, particularly in urban centres. Criminal damage and arson, at 1.1 per 1,000, are 80% above the UK average, suggesting a possible link to the summer season, when increased outdoor activity and tourism may contribute to such incidents. The start of summer, with its longer days and rising temperatures, likely influences local crime dynamics. These patterns highlight the need for ongoing analysis to address the specific challenges faced by Stockton-on-Tees.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary dropping by 30.3% compared to May, likely reflecting seasonal changes or increased community engagement. Conversely, possession of weapons rose by 37.5%, an increase that may be linked to heightened tensions in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour, which constitutes nearly 19.4% of all crimes, fell by 25.3%, a decrease that could indicate the effectiveness of local initiatives targeting nuisance crimes. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.4 per 1,000, remain 23% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in this category. Drug-related incidents also increased by 25.8%, a trend that contrasts with the overall decline in crime. For residents, the 30.3% drop in burglary offers a tangible benefit, though the rise in weapons possession raises concerns about public safety. These fluctuations illustrate the combination of local and national factors influencing crime in Stockton-on-Tees.

Stockton-on-Tees’ crime rate in June 2024 stood at 11.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 9.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 12.1. This decline, while modest, suggests shifting patterns in local activity. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly 75 crimes reported each day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of crime in everyday life. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for every 91 residents—a monthly aggregate that highlights the frequency of incidents across the population. When contextualised against the area’s population of 206,800, this rate remains higher than the UK average, though the month-on-month drop indicates a possible response to seasonal dynamics, such as the start of summer and its associated changes in community behaviour. These statistics, while not offering definitive explanations, align with patterns observed in similar urban-rural mixed areas during transitional months.