Thornaby-on-Tees Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of around 21,500 residents, 360 crimes were reported in August 2024, translating to a crime rate of 16.8 per 1,000 people—over 100% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This stark discrepancy highlights Thornaby-on-Tees as a built-up area within Stockton-on-Tees where crime remains a pressing concern. The most prevalent offences were anti-social behaviour (28.6% of all crimes), violence and sexual offences (25.8%), and shoplifting (12.2%), with the former two categories far exceeding national rates. Anti-social behaviour, in particular, saw a 233% increase compared to the UK average, suggesting a significant localised issue that may be exacerbated by the summer season. August, a peak holiday month, typically sees increased tourism and empty homes, which could theoretically heighten burglary risks. However, burglary rates in Thornaby-on-Tees remained slightly below the UK average, though the overall crime picture remains concerning. The dominance of violent and property-related crimes, combined with the disproportionate prevalence of anti-social behaviour, indicates a combination of factors including community dynamics, public spaces, and seasonal influences. These patterns are consistent with those seen in other urban centres where high population density and transient populations contribute to elevated crime rates.

August 2024 saw a dramatic 157.5% increase in anti-social behaviour, jumping from 40 to 103 incidents. This surge, which now constitutes 28.6% of all crimes, far outpaces the UK average by 233%. The spike in anti-social behaviour may be linked to the summer season, when public spaces see higher foot traffic and extended evening activity. Meanwhile, other crime—such as unclassified offences—doubled from 4 to 8, a 100% increase that highlights emerging patterns in reported incidents. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, with 11 incidents (up 83.3% from 6 in July), possibly reflecting increased car usage during the summer months. Conversely, robbery and burglary both declined: robbery fell by 50.0% (from 4 to 2) and burglary dropped 46.2% (from 13 to 7), though the latter still aligns closely with the UK average. These fluctuations underscore the need for dynamic policing strategies that can adapt to shifting crime trends.

Thornaby-on-Tees' crime rate in August 2024 rose to 16.8 per 1,000 residents, a 9.4% increase from the previous month's 15.3. This translates to roughly 12 crimes reported each day in the built-up area, a figure that underscores the persistent challenge of managing public safety in a community of 21,466 people. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 60 residents, a ratio that highlights the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. While the UK average for burglary is 0.3 per 1,000, Thornaby-on-Tees recorded 0.3 per 1,000—matching the national rate—but this is a stark contrast to the 233% above average for anti-social behaviour. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area's crime burden is concentrated in specific categories, with violent and property crimes accounting for nearly 50% of all reported incidents. This suggests that targeted interventions may be more effective than broad-based approaches in addressing the most prevalent issues.