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

Thornaby-on-Tees recorded a crime rate of 15.0 per 1,000 in October 2024, placing it 85.2% above the UK average of 8.1. This figure, which reflects the highest rate in the area’s recent history, is driven by a combination of anti-social behaviour (25.8% of all crimes), violence and sexual offences (24.2%), and shoplifting (14.9%). The seasonal context of October—shorter days, the transition to British Summer Time, and the Halloween period—may partly explain the surge in anti-social behaviour, which is 202% above the UK average. The town’s character as a post-industrial urban centre with a mix of residential and retail areas likely contributes to the high levels of shoplifting and public order offences. While the overall rate remains concerning, the breakdown shows a nuanced picture: property crimes (including burglary and vehicle crime) account for 42.2% of all incidents, while violent crimes make up 24.2%. The UK comparison highlights systemic issues, with Thornaby-on-Tees’ rate being more than double the national average. This disparity may be attributed to the area’s socio-economic profile, including higher deprivation indices and limited public services compared to more affluent regions. The seasonal factors, combined with the area’s demographics, suggest that targeted interventions during peak periods, such as Halloween, could help mitigate rising anti-social behaviour.

October 2024 saw sharp increases in bicycle theft (+300%), possession of weapons (+200%), and burglary (+120%), while shoplifting and violence and sexual offences decreased by 11.1% and 13.3% respectively. These shifts reflect a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, the most common crime, remains 202% above the UK average, likely driven by Halloween activities and darker evenings. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 33.3%, potentially linked to reduced daylight hours deterring opportunistic theft. The stark contrast between rising burglary and falling shoplifting highlights changing patterns in property crime, with targeted burglaries increasing while retail theft declines. Residents may find the 12.9% drop in violence and sexual offences (from 90 to 78 incidents) a welcome sign, though the overall rate remains 35% above the UK average. These fluctuations suggest that while some areas of crime are stabilising, others demand urgent attention.

Thornaby-on-Tees' crime rate in October 2024 rose to 15.0 per 1,000, a 16.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 12.9. This upward trend suggests a growing challenge for local authorities, though the daily crime count remains steady at approximately 10 incidents per day. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 67 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. While the area’s rate is significantly higher than the UK average, the breakdown of daily crime offers a tangible perspective for residents: the average person in Thornaby-on-Tees faces a 1-in-67 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime this month. This statistic, combined with the month-on-month rise, underscores the need for sustained community engagement and policing efforts. The population context also reveals that the high rate is not merely a reflection of local demographics but a combination of persistent issues and seasonal factors, such as shorter daylight hours and the Halloween period, which may contribute to increased anti-social behaviour.