Thornaby-on-Tees Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2023, Thornaby-on-Tees recorded a crime rate of 16.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 107.5% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of local factors, including the area’s urban density and seasonal dynamics. Violence and sexual offences emerged as the most prevalent category, accounting for 35.7% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.5%) and criminal damage and arson (11.2%). These patterns are consistent with Thornaby-on-Tees’ character as a built-up area within Stockton-on-Tees, where public spaces and community interactions may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. The seasonal context of May—marked by longer evenings and bank holidays—likely influenced crime trends, with increased outdoor activity potentially exacerbating incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the data also reveals a notable decline in shoplifting, which fell by 60.6% compared to April, due to heightened retail security measures during the Easter period. This contrast between rising and falling crime types underscores the need for nuanced analysis, as the overall rate remains significantly higher than the UK average. The dominance of violent crime, which is 112% above the national average, suggests persistent challenges in addressing safety concerns within the area. While anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime saw reductions, the continued elevation of property-related offences—such as burglary (352% above UK average) and other theft (137% above)—indicates vulnerabilities in residential and commercial security that may require targeted community engagement and resource allocation. The month’s data, therefore, illustrates a mixed picture of progress and ongoing challenges, with the need for sustained efforts to address the underlying factors driving Thornaby-on-Tees’ crime profile.

May 2023 saw a notable 60.6% decrease in shoplifting, with incidents falling from 33 to 13. This drop may reflect heightened police presence during the Easter holiday period or seasonal shifts in retail activity. Anti-social behaviour also declined sharply by 55.3%, from 123 to 55, potentially linked to the impact of bank holidays reducing public congregation in high-traffic areas. Conversely, bicycle theft surged by 100%, rising from 2 to 4 incidents. This increase could be attributed to warmer weather encouraging more cycling, combined with potential vulnerabilities in bike storage infrastructure. Theft from the person also doubled, from 0 to 1, while drug-related crimes increased by 100%—both of which may be tied to May’s longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising. Violence and sexual offences remained high, at 112% above the UK average, highlighting ongoing concerns in this category despite the overall downward trend.

Thornaby-on-Tees recorded a crime rate of 16.6 per 1,000 residents in May 2023, marking a 12.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 18.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of May, when longer evenings and bank holidays may influence social activity and policing priorities. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 11 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 60 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, though it remains significantly higher than the UK average. The population context is critical here: with 21,466 residents, even modest fluctuations in crime rates can have measurable impacts on community safety. While the overall rate has fallen, the distribution of crime types—particularly the dominance of violent and anti-social offences—suggests persistent challenges in specific areas of Thornaby-on-Tees that may require targeted interventions.