Fence Houses Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,335 residents, 51 crimes were reported in Fence Houses during July 2023, translating to a crime rate of 9.6 per 1,000 people. This rate places the area 15.7% above the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000, highlighting a notable divergence in local crime patterns. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 47.1% of all incidents (24 cases), with a rate of 4.5 per 1,000 — 217% higher than the UK average for this category. Violence and sexual offences followed, representing 17.7% of the total (9 cases), though this category was 39% below the UK average. The data suggests a combination of local conditions and broader trends, with July’s peak summer season likely contributing to increased public space activity. The area’s built-up nature within Sunderland, combined with its proximity to recreational and commercial hubs, may amplify anti-social behaviour during warmer months when outdoor events and festivals draw larger crowds. While property crimes (13 cases) and violent crimes (9 cases) were evenly distributed, the sharp contrast in anti-social behaviour rates underscores a unique challenge for local authorities, potentially linked to the area’s social dynamics and seasonal activity levels.

July 2023 saw a 380% increase in anti-social behaviour cases, jumping from 5 to 24 incidents — a surge that dwarfs any other category. This spike may reflect the impact of summer festivals and extended public hours, which could strain community resources and amplify minor disputes. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 55%, declining from 20 to 9 cases, due to increased police presence or seasonal shifts in criminal activity. The category of vehicle crime dropped by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), aligning with a broader UK trend of reduced vehicle-related offences in summer months, though this remains an outlier in Fence Houses. Anti-social behaviour’s rate of 4.5 per 1,000 is 217% above the UK average, while other theft (0.6 per 1,000) is 9% below the UK figure. These divergences highlight the need for targeted interventions, particularly in managing public space conduct during peak tourist and event periods. Residents might find the 24 anti-social behaviour incidents most alarming, as this category alone constitutes nearly half of all crimes reported.

The crime rate in Fence Houses rose by 10.9% from 8.6 per 1,000 in June 2023 to 9.6 per 1,000 in July, reflecting a clear upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in July — a figure that, while modest, translates to a monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 105 residents. This ratio provides a tangible sense of risk for local households, emphasizing that the area’s crime burden is unevenly distributed across categories. For context, the UK average crime rate for July 2023 was 8.3 per 1,000, meaning Fence Houses’ rate is higher, though this is partially offset by below-average rates in categories like vehicle crime (58% below UK average) and other theft (9% below). The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the absolute number of crimes (51) may seem low, the rate per capita places the area above national benchmarks. This contrast suggests that local factors — such as the built-up nature of Fence Houses and its seasonal activity — play a significant role in shaping crime trends, requiring tailored approaches to community safety that balance general policing with specific interventions for high-impact categories like anti-social behaviour.