Fence Houses Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Fence Houses, a built-up area within Sunderland, reported a crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents in April 2024, placing it 14.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance reflects a sustained effort to manage crime, though the area’s profile remains shaped by its urban character and proximity to industrial and residential zones. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 28.6% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20%) and criminal damage and arson (11.4%). These figures underscore the persistent challenges of managing interpersonal conflict and property-related offences in densely populated areas. Seasonal factors in April, including the Easter holiday and the transition to spring, may have influenced crime patterns. Warmer weather and increased outdoor activity could explain the 36% increase in criminal damage and arson above the UK average, as such acts often correlate with greater visibility and accessibility of targets. Conversely, the 70% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average suggests that local retail environments may have implemented effective deterrents, though the low absolute numbers (1 incident) indicate a generally secure commercial landscape. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, highlights the need for continued vigilance, particularly in addressing anti-social behaviour, which rose to 7 incidents—7% above the national average. This increase may be linked to the Easter period, when temporary disruptions in routines can amplify tensions in community spaces. The data also reveals a nuanced picture of local crime: while violent crime has decreased, property-related offences remain a concern, particularly in areas with high levels of public interaction. These trends must be viewed through the lens of Fence Houses’ specific context, where the interplay of urban density, industrial history, and seasonal rhythms shapes the crime picture in ways that are distinct from broader national patterns.

April 2024 saw a marked reduction in violence and sexual offences, which fell by 37.5% compared to March, contributing significantly to the overall decline in crime. This decrease, coupled with a 50% drop in shoplifting, suggests a possible shift in criminal activity away from high-traffic areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour rose by 75%, reaching 7 incidents, which is 7% above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. This increase may reflect heightened tensions during the Easter holiday period or changes in local social patterns. Criminal damage and arson doubled, reaching 4 incidents—a 36% increase above the UK average. This spike, while concerning, aligns with seasonal trends in the North East, where warmer weather and increased outdoor activity may contribute to such incidents. Residents might find the 70% reduction in shoplifting—down from 2 to 1 incident—particularly relevant, as it indicates a potential improvement in retail security measures or reduced foot traffic during the Easter period.

Fence Houses recorded a crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents in April 2024, marking a 10.3% decline from the previous month’s rate of 7.3 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a continued reduction in reported incidents, though the pace of decline has slowed compared to earlier months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that remains consistent with historical averages for similar built-up areas in the North East. When scaled to the population of 5,335 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 152 residents, a ratio that is lower than the UK average for comparable regions. This context is critical for residents assessing risk: while the rate is relatively low, the absolute number of crimes—35 in total—still reflects the need for vigilance in public spaces. The comparison to the previous month highlights a shift in local dynamics, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as the Easter holiday period, which may have temporarily reduced opportunities for certain types of crime.