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

Thornaby-on-Tees, a built-up area within Stockton-on-Tees, recorded 229 crimes in January 2024, translating to a crime rate of 10.7 per 1,000 residents — 44.6% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. The town’s crime profile is shaped by its urban character, with a mix of residential, industrial, and retail environments. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 36.7% of all crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (14.0%) and anti-social behaviour (9.2%). These figures place Thornaby-on-Tees significantly above the UK average for violence and sexual offences, criminal damage, and public order offences, which may be influenced by the area’s socioeconomic dynamics and the concentration of high-risk areas. Seasonal factors also played a role, as January typically sees lower retail footfall and fewer outdoor activities due to shorter days, which may have contributed to a 15.5% drop in the overall crime rate compared to December 2023. However, the persistent gap between local rates and national averages suggests that deeper structural issues — such as deprivation, lack of community engagement, or insufficient policing — may be contributing to the town’s elevated crime levels. The presence of older housing stock and the proximity to industrial zones likely exacerbate issues like criminal damage and anti-social behaviour, which remain high compared to the UK. While some crime types, such as shoplifting and burglary, showed declines, others, like violence and public order offences, remained stubbornly elevated. This mixed picture highlights the need for targeted interventions that address both immediate and long-term factors driving crime in the area.

The most dramatic shift in January 2024 was the 200% increase in bicycle theft, rising from one reported case in December to three. This spike may reflect the return of students and commuters to the area after winter holidays, coupled with the town’s proximity to educational institutions. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 58.3%, dropping from 36 incidents to 15, possibly due to reduced retail activity during the post-Christmas period. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime category, accounting for 36.7% of all incidents — 50% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour also saw a 38.2% decline, from 34 to 21, though it still exceeded the UK average by 1%. The town’s rate of criminal damage and arson was 163% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent issue in areas with older housing stock. These patterns suggest that while some crime types are easing seasonally, others remain entrenched in the local landscape.

Thornaby-on-Tees saw a 15.5% decline in its crime rate from 12.6 per 1,000 in December 2023 to 10.7 per 1,000 in January 2024. This reduction aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as post-holiday periods often see lower retail footfall and fewer outdoor activities. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately seven crimes per day in January, a figure that reflects the town’s built-up nature and proximity to industrial zones. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 94 residents, a ratio that underscores the density of the population in this urbanised area. While the overall rate is lower than December, the persistent gap between Thornaby-on-Tees and the UK average remains significant, with the town’s crime rate still 44.6% higher than the national figure. This disparity may partly explain why local residents report feeling less secure compared to other parts of the country, even as some crime types show downward trends.