Yarm Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Yarm’s June 2024 crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents is 30.5% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, marking one of the lowest rates in recent months. The most significant category, violence and sexual offences, accounted for 38.8% of all reported crimes.2 per 1,000 is 20% below the UK average. This contrast with the UK’s higher violent crime rate may reflect Yarm’s character as a relatively stable built-up area, though the concentration of violent incidents raises questions about local factors. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.9 per 1,000, is 36% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or a lower prevalence of disruptive activity. However, public order offences, at 0.8 per 1,000, are 31% above the UK average, indicating a challenge in managing incidents such as noise complaints or disorderly conduct. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may contribute to these trends, with increased social activity amplifying public order issues. This pattern is consistent with other areas where summer events or extended daylight hours correlate with higher public space usage. While the overall crime rate remains low, the interplay between violent and public order offences suggests a need for targeted strategies to address specific vulnerabilities. The data also highlights the importance of contextualising crime rates within the area’s unique demographics, as a built-up area within Stockton-on-Tees may experience different dynamics compared to larger urban or rural centres. These findings underscore the value of granular, monthly reporting to track shifts and inform local responses.

June 2024 saw a 75% month-on-month increase in public order offences, rising from 4 to 7 incidents. This spike contrasts with declines in other categories, including a 50% reduction in criminal damage and arson (from 4 to 2) and a 42.9% drop in anti-social behaviour (from 14 to 8). The proportion of violent crimes (38.8% of total) remained the highest category, though Yarm’s rate of 2.2 per 1,000 is 20% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Meanwhile, public order offences in Yarm (0.8 per 1,000) are 31% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, suggesting a localised challenge in managing public spaces. Residents may find the 75% increase in public order incidents particularly relevant, as it could indicate heightened activity during the summer season or shifts in community behaviour.

Yarm’s June 2024 crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents represents a 25.7% decline from the previous month’s rate of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained reduction in reported incidents. Daily crime activity averaged two incidents per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while local to Yarm, provides a clear snapshot of the area’s monthly rhythm. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 174 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the impact of crime on the community. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it translates to a tangible measure of risk within a familiar demographic scale. When compared to the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, Yarm’s rate remains significantly lower, underscoring the area’s relative safety. However, the population-scaled perspective highlights that even a small number of crimes can have a noticeable effect on a close-knit community, especially in a built-up area where interactions are frequent and personal.