Yarm Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,536, Yarm recorded 49 crimes in October 2025, equating to a crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 26.0% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a safer profile compared to national trends. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (30.6% of total crimes), anti-social behaviour (20.4%), and shoplifting (10.2%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a small built-up area within Stockton-on-Tees, where community-focused policing and limited nightlife may contribute to lower violent crime rates. Seasonal factors in October, including darker evenings and the proximity of Halloween, may have influenced spikes in anti-social behaviour and public order incidents, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. The relatively low shoplifting rate (0.6 per 1,000) suggests effective retail security measures, while the modest increase in vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) could be attributed to seasonal changes in parking patterns. Overall, Yarm’s crime profile illustrates a balanced mix of property and violent crime, with community engagement likely playing a role in maintaining lower-than-average rates.

October 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in specific crime categories. Public order offences surged by 200%, rising from 1 to 3 incidents, a shift consistent with the Halloween season and extended evening hours. Vehicle crime also doubled, increasing from 0 to 3, potentially linked to seasonal changes in commuter parking patterns. Drug-related offences rose by 100%, from 0 to 2, though this remains a small proportion of total crimes. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased slightly by 6.3%, from 16 to 15 incidents, possibly reflecting early intervention efforts or seasonal lulls. Yarm’s violent crime rate (1.8 per 1,000) is 32% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.2 per 1,000) is 5% below the national rate. Burglary, however, is 33% above the UK average (0.4 vs 0.3 per 1,000), indicating a local vulnerability that may warrant targeted prevention strategies. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with seasonal factors and community-specific characteristics playing a role in shaping outcomes.

Yarm’s crime rate in October 2025 (5.7 per 1,000) represents a 22.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.7 per 1,000, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, 49 crimes were reported, averaging roughly 2 crimes per day—a rate that places Yarm among the safer areas in the UK. On a population-scaled basis, this equates to one reported crime for every 174 residents over the month, a figure that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime compared to larger urban centres. While the overall rate has risen from September, the area’s violent crime rate (1.8 per 1,000) remains 32% below the UK average, and anti-social behaviour (1.2 per 1,000) is 5% below. This contrast highlights Yarm’s distinct position as a smaller, community-oriented built-up area where local policing and social cohesion may contribute to lower rates of certain offences. The 33% above-average burglary rate, however, suggests a need for focused strategies to address this specific vulnerability. For residents, these figures provide context for understanding both the stability and evolving challenges of local crime patterns.