Sunderland Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Sunderland’s crime rate in June 2024 stood at 11.1 per 1,000, placing the area 35.4% above the UK average of 8.2. This disparity highlights the area’s unique challenges compared to the national picture. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (28.8% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (20.1%) and criminal damage and arson (9.2%). These patterns may be influenced by Sunderland’s urban character, where public spaces and high-density housing contribute to higher rates of disorder-related crimes. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—could also play a role, as increased foot traffic in city centres and coastal areas may heighten opportunities for anti-social behaviour and property crime. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Sunderland (3.2 per 1,000) is 16% above the UK average, a figure that may be linked to the city’s socio-economic profile and the presence of multiple public venues. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the slight 2.5% decrease from May 2024 suggests that local efforts to address crime, such as community policing initiatives or targeted interventions, may be showing early results. However, the sharp rise in possession of weapons and burglary underscores the need for continued focus on reducing violent and property-related offences.

June 2024 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, with possession of weapons rising by 65.4% (26 to 43) and burglary increasing by 38.7% (124 to 172). These spikes may be linked to heightened tensions in public spaces or changes in community dynamics. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 30.0% (20 to 14), a decline that could reflect improved security measures or reduced opportunities during warmer weather. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast to the UK average, with anti-social behaviour in Sunderland 57% above the national rate and criminal damage and arson 64% above. This divergence suggests that local factors, such as the density of public housing or the presence of high-footfall areas, may be driving these trends. For residents, the significant rise in burglary is a key concern, indicating a need for targeted interventions in vulnerable areas.

Sunderland's crime rate in June 2024 (11.1 per 1,000) remained 35.4% above the UK average, a consistent trend that reflects the area’s distinct challenges. Compared to May 2024, the rate fell slightly by 2.5% to 11.1, marking a modest decline from the previous month’s 11.4. This reduction, though small, suggests potential stabilization in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 107 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a city with a population of 288,606. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 90 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the scale of crime relative to the population. While this is a local measure and not directly comparable to UK-wide data, it provides a tangible sense of risk for residents. The slight decrease from May may indicate the impact of seasonal factors, such as the start of summer holidays reducing foot traffic in some areas, though the overall rate remains higher than the national average.