Shiney Row and Penshaw Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2023, Shiney Row and Penshaw recorded a crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents, 10% below the UK average of 8.0. This figure reflects a balance between property and violent crimes, with 47 property crimes and 45 violent crimes reported—a near parity that contrasts with broader UK trends where property crimes typically dominate. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences (32.9% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.6%) and shoplifting (13.1%). This mix suggests a combination of local factors, including the area’s proximity to Sunderland’s urban core, which may drive both violent incidents and anti-social behaviour. Seasonal context in May—characterised by longer evenings and bank holidays—likely contributed to increased outdoor socialising, which may explain the relatively high rate of violence compared to other months. However, the area’s crime rate remains significantly lower than the UK average for shoplifting, which is 84% above the national figure. This discrepancy may indicate either effective local policing strategies or unique retail vulnerabilities. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, is not uniformly distributed across categories, with anti-social behaviour and shoplifting showing marked deviations. These patterns highlight the importance of context-specific analysis, as Shiney Row and Penshaw’s crime profile cannot be directly extrapolated from national data. The area’s relatively low vehicle crime rate (33% below the UK average) further underscores the need to consider local demographics and infrastructure, such as the presence of dedicated parking areas or community-focused initiatives that may mitigate such offences.

May 2023 saw a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 2 to 4 incidents—a sharp contrast to the 50% drop in public order offences, which fell from 18 to 9. This shift suggests a possible reallocation of police resources or changing community dynamics. Meanwhile, shoplifting remained high, with rates 84% above the UK average (0.9 vs 0.5 per 1,000). This anomaly may reflect the area’s retail density, as Shiney Row and Penshaw’s proximity to Sunderland’s commercial hubs could drive such activity. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 33% below the UK average (0.3 vs 0.5 per 1,000), linked to reduced outdoor activity during May’s variable weather. A resident might find the 84% shoplifting disparity particularly noteworthy, as it highlights a specific vulnerability in local retail security measures.

Shiney Row and Penshaw's crime rate in May 2023 dropped by 22.6% compared to April, falling from 9.3 to 7.2 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as May’s longer evenings and bank holidays may have shifted social activity patterns. Locally, 4 crimes were reported per day on average, a figure that reflects the area’s relatively low overall crime rate. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 140 residents, a metric that contextualises the monthly exposure for residents. This rate is lower than the UK average but highlights the importance of localised factors, such as community initiatives or policing strategies, in shaping crime trends. The population context—19,120 residents—further underscores that even modest absolute numbers can represent significant shifts when viewed proportionally. These figures suggest a possible stabilisation in crime patterns, though further analysis of year-on-year trends would be needed to confirm long-term changes.