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

Thornaby-on-Tees’ crime profile in September 2023 was marked by an unexpected and sharp rise in vehicle crime, a category that surged by 162.5% compared to August, becoming the most striking deviation from previous trends. This spike, while not directly explained by the data, may be linked to seasonal factors such as the return to school and university freshers, which could have altered local traffic patterns or increased opportunities for vehicle-related offences. The overall crime rate of 14.4 per 1,000 residents placed the area 80% above the UK average, underscoring its persistent challenges in maintaining public safety. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 30.1% of all crimes, with shoplifting and anti-social behaviour following closely. The latter, at 14.2% of incidents, was 275% above the UK average, reflecting the area’s struggle with retail crime. This stark contrast with national benchmarks highlights the need for targeted interventions. Seasonal context also played a role, as the transition to autumn may have influenced patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. Thornaby-on-Tees’ crime profile illustrates a combination of local demographics, economic conditions, and seasonal rhythms, all of which likely contribute to the area’s elevated rates.

September 2023 saw a dramatic 162.5% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 8 to 21 incidents—a sharp departure from previous trends. This surge, though unexplained by the data, may partly reflect seasonal shifts, such as increased traffic during the school term or heightened vehicle theft opportunities in the evenings. Meanwhile, shoplifting rose by 46.7%, with 44 incidents reported, placing the category 275% above the UK average. This stark contrast highlights Thornaby-on-Tees’ unique challenges in retail crime prevention. Conversely, burglary and robbery both declined, with burglary dropping by 35% (from 20 to 13) and robbery falling by 33.3% (from 3 to 2). These decreases, though smaller in magnitude, suggest potential effectiveness in targeted policing or community initiatives. The data also reveals that violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, accounting for 30.1% of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average by 57%.

Thornaby-on-Tees saw a 10.5% decrease in its overall crime rate from 16.1 to 14.4 per 1,000 residents between August and September 2023, marking a downward trend in the month. This reduction, while modest, contrasts with the area’s persistent elevation above the UK average, which remains 80% higher. Over the course of September, 1 crime was reported for every 69 residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents within the local population. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 10 crimes per day, a figure that residents may find useful for contextualising their personal risk. While the overall rate fell, this does not necessarily indicate a uniform decline across all crime types. The population context highlights that, despite the drop, Thornaby-on-Tees remains a high-crime area relative to national benchmarks. This monthly exposure figure underscores the need for ongoing community vigilance and policing focus.