Thornaby-on-Tees Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Thornaby-on-Tees recorded a crime rate of 18.4 per 1,000 residents in June 2025, placing it 127% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This stark divergence highlights a significant challenge for the area, with anti-social behaviour and violence emerging as the most pressing concerns. Anti-social behaviour alone accounted for 29.7% of all crimes, with a rate of 5.5 per 1,000 — 287% above the UK average. Violence and sexual offences followed closely, contributing 28.7% of the total and 85% above the national average. These figures suggest a persistent issue with public disorder and interpersonal conflict, potentially exacerbated by the area’s social dynamics and economic conditions. The seasonal context of June — the start of summer — may play a role, as longer evenings and increased foot traffic in local hubs could contribute to anti-social activity. However, direct causal links, and factors such as community cohesion, employment rates, or local initiatives may also influence these trends. The breakdown shows a marked imbalance in crime types compared to the UK, with property crimes (129) and violent crimes (113) dominating over other categories. This contrasts with the UK’s broader distribution of crime types, where shoplifting and public order offences are more prevalent. The area’s built-up nature within Stockton-on-Tees likely amplifies issues related to overcrowding and resource strain, though further analysis would be required to substantiate this hypothesis. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or during late evening hours, as the data indicates a clear upward trend in certain crime categories.

June 2025 saw a sharp rise in violence and sexual offences, with a 48.7% increase month-on-month to 113 incidents — 85% above the UK average. This surge, coupled with a 100% jump in theft from the person (from 0 to 2 cases), signals a troubling shift in criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour, though down 17% from May (141 to 117 cases), remains high at 287% above the UK average, raising concerns about community safety. The crime mix has also shifted: violent crimes now constitute 28.7% of all incidents, compared to 29.7% for anti-social behaviour, indicating a growing emphasis on interpersonal conflict. Shoplifting, while down 12% (50 to 44 cases), still remains 233% above the UK average, suggesting persistent issues in retail areas. Vehicle crime is the only category performing below the UK average (19% below), potentially reflecting effective local policing or reduced demand for such crimes. Residents should be particularly aware of the 113% increase in 'other crime' — a category that includes unclassified incidents — which may indicate underreported or emerging criminal activities. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas experiencing spikes in violence and anti-social behaviour.

Thornaby-on-Tees’ crime rate in June 2025 (18.4 per 1,000) reflects a 5.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 17.4 per 1,000, highlighting a concerning upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 13 crimes per day — a figure that, while localised, underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 21,466 residents. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 54 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is higher than the UK average. This figure, when contextualised with the area’s population, reveals that crime is not just a statistical anomaly but a tangible reality for many residents. The comparison to the UK average further amplifies this — Thornaby-on-Tees’ overall rate is more than double the national figure, a disparity that may reflect socioeconomic factors, policing strategies, or demographic characteristics unique to the area. While the previous month’s rate was 17.4 per 1,000, the current rate indicates a growing gap between local and national crime trends, requiring closer attention from local authorities and community stakeholders. whether this increase is due to external factors such as migration patterns or internal pressures like economic hardship, but the numbers alone demand a renewed focus on crime prevention and community engagement initiatives.