Stockton-on-Tees Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Stockton-on-Tees' crime rate in April 2025 reached 10.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 31.2% increase above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure, which is the highest recorded for the area in recent months, reflects a combination of local dynamics and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.3% of all reported crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average by 34% (2.6 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 22.0% of incidents and exceeding the UK average by 65% (1.3 per 1,000). These statistics suggest that the area is grappling with persistent challenges in managing violent and disruptive crime, particularly in densely populated or economically disadvantaged neighbourhoods. The seasonal context of April—characterised by Easter holidays and the transition to spring—may have contributed to fluctuations in crime patterns. The sharp rise in violence and anti-social behaviour could be linked to factors such as increased outdoor activity, the timing of local events, or broader socioeconomic pressures. While shoplifting and other theft-related crimes showed a notable decline, the overall picture remains one of elevated risk for residents, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour dominating the crime profile. This data highlights the need for sustained efforts to address the root causes of these trends, including targeted policing, community engagement, and investment in local services.

April 2025 saw a stark increase in robbery, with incidents rising by 210% from 10 to 31. This spike, coupled with a 33.3% rise in possession of weapons (from 18 to 24), signals a concerning shift in crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime category, contributing 22.0% of all incidents—65% above the UK average. While shoplifting fell by 41.1% (from 190 to 112), this decline may be partly attributed to the Easter holiday period, which typically reduces foot traffic in retail areas. Conversely, drug-related crimes rose by 20.3%, reaching 89 incidents—a 48% increase over the UK average. These fluctuations highlight the need for residents to remain vigilant, particularly in areas where violent crime and anti-social behaviour are concentrated. The significant disparity between local and UK averages for robbery (100% above) and weapons possession (43% above) underscores the urgency for targeted community interventions.

Stockton-on-Tees' crime rate in April 2025 stood at 10.1 per 1,000 residents, a 5.2% decrease from the previous month's 10.7 per 1,000. This slight decline contrasts with the broader trend of rising violence and anti-social behaviour seen in recent months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 70 reported crimes, reflecting the persistent volume of incidents despite the monthly dip. Over the course of April, one crime was reported for roughly every 99 residents, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents within a populated area of 206,800 people. While the overall rate remains significantly above the UK average, the month-on-month reduction suggests potential short-term stabilisation. However, this must be weighed against the sharp spikes in specific crime categories, such as robbery and weapon possession, which have outpaced UK averages by 100% and 43% respectively. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate is lower than March, the absolute number of incidents remains high, particularly in violent and anti-social categories that dominate the crime profile.