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

For every 1,000 residents in Stockton-on-Tees, 11 crimes were reported in May 2025—35.8% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This urban district, with a population of 206,800, saw violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 33.8% of all incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 23.5%, while criminal damage and arson made up 8.3% of the total. These patterns align with the area's character as a major urban centre with a mix of retail, industrial, and residential zones. The rise in violence and anti-social behaviour may partly explain the elevated crime rate compared to the UK average, particularly as May's longer evenings and bank holidays likely contributed to increased outdoor socialising and alcohol-related incidents. While the overall rate remains concerning, the data shows some categories—such as theft from the person—are lower than the UK average, suggesting targeted interventions in specific areas may yield results. The seasonal context of May, with its blend of public holidays and warmer weather, appears to have amplified existing crime trends, particularly in spaces where community interactions are frequent. This underscores the need for tailored strategies that address both the immediate and underlying factors driving crime in this region.

May 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in crime patterns, with burglary jumping 51.5% from 68 to 103 incidents and vehicle crime rising 27.2% to 103. These increases may reflect heightened activity during the spring season, when outdoor events and increased mobility could contribute to more opportunities for property-related crimes. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 29.2% to 17 incidents, and robbery dropped 25.8% to 23 cases, indicating the effectiveness of recent policing efforts or a temporary shift in criminal activity. The category of theft from the person.2 per 1,000 residents, is 100% below the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000—a figure that could be attributed to local initiatives such as increased CCTV coverage or community awareness campaigns. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remains high, at 83% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in areas with high concentrations of public spaces or transient populations. The data also reveals that shoplifting rates in Stockton-on-Tees are only 4% above the UK average, a relatively modest gap that may reflect the town's retail mix and existing security measures in place.

Stockton-on-Tees' crime rate in May 2025 (11.0 per 1,000 residents) marks an 8.4% increase from the previous month's rate of 10.1, indicating a continued upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 73 crimes per day—a figure that, while local to Stockton-on-Tees, provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 91 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the scale of criminal activity relative to the population. This statistic is particularly striking when viewed through the lens of the area's demographics: with 206,800 residents, the 2,265 total crimes reported in May mean that every resident faced a 1-in-91 chance of being directly affected by a crime during the month. Comparing this to the previous month, the increase suggests that factors such as seasonal shifts or changes in community dynamics may be playing a role. While the daily crime count and monthly exposure rate are local metrics, they offer a clear picture of the risks residents face, emphasizing the need for both immediate and long-term strategies to address the root causes of the elevated crime rate.