Shiney Row and Penshaw Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2024, Shiney Row and Penshaw recorded a crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 13.1% below the UK average. This figure underscores a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime levels, though the composition of offences reveals a nuanced picture. Violent crimes, including violence and sexual offences, accounted for 30.2% of all incidents, slightly edging out property crimes, which made up 34.5% of the total. The dominance of violent crime in this month’s profile may reflect the influence of seasonal factors such as longer evenings and increased socialising, which can heighten the risk of interpersonal conflicts. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, saw a 17% increase above the UK average, suggesting that local dynamics—such as the presence of community hubs or transient populations—may be amplifying disorderly conduct. Vehicle crime, meanwhile, remained 49% above the UK average, a persistent issue that may be tied to the area’s infrastructure or the density of parked vehicles in residential zones. The overall crime rate, while below the national benchmark, highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where specific categories—like anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime—deviate significantly from UK norms. These patterns are consistent with the characteristics of a built-up area within a larger urban context, where the interplay between community spaces and population density can shape crime trends in distinct ways.

May 2024 saw a notable surge in burglary, which increased by 166.7% compared to the previous month, reflecting a sharp rise from 3 to 8 incidents. This spike may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity and the timing of bank holidays, which can disrupt usual routines and create opportunities for opportunistic crime. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 57.1%, with 33 incidents reported—a 17% increase above the UK average for this category. This suggests that social gatherings, which are common in May due to longer evenings, may be contributing to heightened levels of disorder. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 33.3%, dropping from 3 to 2 incidents, a trend that could indicate a temporary reduction in illicit activity or improved policing efforts. The balance between property and violent crime remains relatively tight, with property crimes accounting for 34.5% of the total and violent crimes for 30.2%, though both categories show distinct variances against UK averages.

The crime rate in Shiney Row and Penshaw rose by 36.4% in May 2024 compared to the previous month, moving from 5.3 to 7.3 per 1,000 residents. This upward shift aligns with the seasonal context of May, which typically sees extended evenings and increased outdoor socialising. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day in May, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity and potential vulnerabilities in public spaces. When scaled to the population of 19,120 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 138 residents. This monthly aggregate highlights the frequency of incidents within a community context, though it does not capture the intensity of daily fluctuations. The increase in crime rate contrasts with the area’s overall position below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as the timing of bank holidays or the density of social hubs—may play a role in shaping crime patterns during this period.