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

For a population of 206,800, Stockton-on-Tees recorded 2236 crimes in June 2025, equating to 10.8 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 33.3% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.2% of all reported incidents (742 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.5%, 504 cases) and criminal damage and arson (10.1%, 226 cases). These figures suggest a combination of social and environmental factors. June, as the start of summer, may partly explain some patterns, such as increased public order offences during longer evenings or heightened activity in town centres. However, the significant disparity in rates for anti-social behaviour (69% above UK average) and burglary (79% above) points to localised issues that may require targeted interventions. The area’s industrial heritage and mixed urban-rural character could contribute to these trends, though the data does not provide definitive evidence. While the overall crime rate is concerning, the absence of significant spikes in theft from the person or bicycle theft—both of which were lower than UK averages—suggests some areas of relative safety. This context highlights the need for a nuanced understanding of Stockton-on-Tees’ crime profile, balancing broader regional patterns with localised challenges.

June 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with theft from the person rising by 60% (5 to 8 cases) and robbery increasing by 30.4% (23 to 30 cases), likely reflecting heightened activity during summer evenings. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 33.3% (12 to 8 cases), possibly due to reduced usage or improved security measures. Criminal damage and arson also rose by 20.9% (187 to 226 cases), suggesting a possible link to seasonal events or increased property neglect. These changes underscore a mixed picture, with some categories far exceeding UK averages—anti-social behaviour was 69% above the national rate, and burglary was 79% above. Violent crimes, at 3.6 per 1,000, were 26% above the UK average, highlighting a critical area for focus. For residents, the sharp increase in theft from the person is a tangible concern, as it indicates a growing risk in public spaces. whether these changes are isolated or part of a broader trend, but the shifts warrant attention from local authorities. Meanwhile, the significant drop in possession of weapons (29.4% decrease) and drugs (13.9% decrease) offers a counterpoint, suggesting that some areas of criminal activity may be stabilising.

Stockton-on-Tees’ crime rate in June 2025 (10.8 per 1,000) was marginally lower than the previous month’s rate of 11.0 per 1,000, a -1.3% decline that indicates a stable trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 75 crimes per day, a figure that, while high, provides context for residents to gauge the frequency of incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 92 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the scale of the challenge. When compared to the UK average, the disparity remains stark: Stockton-on-Tees’ overall rate is 33.3% higher, and several categories—such as anti-social behaviour and burglary—are significantly above national levels. This suggests that the area’s crime profile is not just a reflection of national trends but also of local factors, such as population density or socioeconomic conditions. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate is concerning, it does not represent an extreme outlier. Instead, it highlights the need for targeted strategies that address the specific drivers of crime in Stockton-on-Tees, such as anti-social behaviour in public spaces or property-related offences. The comparison to the previous month also shows that, despite the overall rate being above the UK average, the area has not seen a sharp increase in recent weeks, which may indicate some level of stability in policing or community initiatives.