Ingleby Barwick Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 saw Ingleby Barwick maintain a crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents, 47.1% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This performance aligns with the area’s character as a mid-sized built-up area within Stockton-on-Tees, where community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to sustained low crime levels. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.4% of all reported crimes. This was followed by shoplifting (27.3%) and anti-social behaviour (9.1%), reflecting patterns common in areas with mixed residential and commercial zones. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as December’s dark evenings and holiday-related activity may have influenced both violent and property crime trends. The area’s violent crime rate of 1.3 per 1,000 was 49% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the shoplifting rate, which was 75% above the national figure. This divergence suggests a combination of local retail dynamics and broader demographic factors, such as the presence of high-traffic commercial areas. While the overall rate remained stable, the seasonal context of Christmas shopping and party season may have amplified certain crime types, particularly shoplifting, which often rises during periods of increased retail activity. The data also highlights a significant drop in public order offences compared to previous months, linked to holiday-related community initiatives or reduced foot traffic in public spaces.

December 2025 brought notable shifts in crime patterns for Ingleby Barwick. Vehicle crime surged by 300%, rising from 2 to 8 incidents, a stark increase that may reflect seasonal changes in parking habits or increased vehicle theft during the holiday period. Similarly, drug-related crimes doubled, with 3 reported cases compared to 1 in November, a figure that could be tied to the area’s proximity to larger urban centres where illicit activity may spill over. Burglary also rose by 150%, from 2 to 5 incidents, influenced by the Christmas season when homes are more likely to be unoccupied. Conversely, public order offences fell sharply by 80%, dropping from 5 to 1, due to reduced public gatherings or increased community vigilance during the holiday period. Anti-social behaviour also declined by two-thirds, from 27 to 9 incidents, a reduction that may be attributed to local initiatives aimed at fostering community cohesion during the festive season. The shoplifting rate remained 75% above the UK average, a persistent challenge for retailers in the area. This contrast with the area’s significantly lower violent crime rate—49% below the UK average—suggests that while local retail environments may be prone to theft, the community’s broader safety profile remains strong. Residents may find the 1-in-268 monthly exposure rate (one crime per 268 residents) a useful benchmark for understanding the scale of risk in their neighbourhood.

In December 2025, Ingleby Barwick’s crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents marked a 6.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.0 per 1,000, indicating a continuing trend of relative safety. This decline, though modest, aligns with the area’s historical position as one of the UK’s lower-crime built-up areas. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 3 crimes per day, a figure that translates to roughly 1 reported crime for every 268 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate may seem low, it is important to contextualise it within the area’s population of 26,556 residents, where the relatively small number of incidents underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies. When compared to the UK average, Ingleby Barwick’s performance remains strikingly positive, with overall crime rates nearly half those of the national average. This contrast is even more pronounced in categories such as anti-social behaviour, which was 68% below the UK average, and criminal damage and arson, which was 62% below the national figure. These figures suggest that the area’s social fabric and community engagement initiatives may be playing a role in deterring certain types of crime. However, the shoplifting rate’s 75% excess over the UK average highlights a persistent vulnerability in retail environments, linked to the area’s mix of commercial and residential zones. For residents, the daily crime count and monthly exposure rate provide tangible metrics for assessing personal risk, while the overall rate reinforces the area’s position as a comparatively safe place to live.