Crime Rate in De Bruce: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in De Bruce

The total recorded crimes in De Bruce, Hartlepool, UK in March 2025 are around 120 as per the recent police data. This equates to a De Bruce crime rate of 8.12 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around De Bruce, encompassing approximately 14,773 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (46) incidents (27.78% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (30) incidents (130.77% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (12) incidents (500.00% increase)
De Bruce Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Warren Road with total crimes: 11
  • Bruntoft Avenue with total crimes: 8
  • King Oswy Shops with total crimes: 7

How safe is De Bruce?

To understand the safety of De Bruce, we need to analyze De Bruce crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Hartlepool:

    • In 2024, De Bruce demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Hartlepool average, with 1648 crimes compared to 1707.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, De Bruce witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 11 other cities.

    • In 2023, De Bruce had fewer crimes than the Hartlepool average, with 1,527 crimes compared to 1,647. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, De Bruce recorded fewer crimes than 6 out of 11 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Hartlepool, De Bruce has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

De Bruce Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the De Bruce has recorded 120 crimes with crime rate of 8.12 ranking 7th out of 11 in the Hartlepool, UK

In 2024, the total De Bruce crimes were 1,648. The crime rate of De Bruce in 2024 was 111.55 (year) or 9.30 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Hartlepool.

In 2023, the total crimes in De Bruce were around 1,527 crimes with yearly crime rate of 103.36 (year) or 8.61 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Hartlepool.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hartlepool)CrimesRank (Hartlepool)CrimesRank (Hartlepool)
Burn Valley397 16,333 15,984 1
Headland & Harbour234 22,633 22,480 2
Throston124 51,539 71,821 3
Foggy Furze171 32,048 31,758 4
Victoria145 41,546 61,116 8
Manor House122 61,631 51,685 5
Rossmere84 81,441 81,607 6
Seaton34 11677 9627 9
Hart60 9359 11381 11
Rural West48 10396 10480 10
Fens & Greatham24 12228 12299 12

De Bruce Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (46 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (59 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (51 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (27 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (110 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (92 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (54 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (30 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (55 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (26 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 318 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 92 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202530
February 202513
January 202516
December 202413
November 202423
October 202424
September 202421
August 202415
July 202415
June 202492
May 202430
April 202426

A total of 49 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20254
December 20244
November 20242
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244
July 20243
June 202410
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 595 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 49.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 110 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202546
February 202536
January 202526
December 202436
November 202442
October 202459
September 202451
August 202437
July 202443
June 2024110
May 202454
April 202455

A total of 35 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
November 20242
October 20243
September 20246
August 20245
July 20241
June 20246
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 144 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202512
January 202510
December 202410
November 202411
October 202416
September 202412
August 202410
July 202412
June 202424
May 202412
April 20246

A total of 126 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 202413
October 20246
September 202427
August 20247
July 20248
June 202426
May 202410
April 202410

A total of 66 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20256
December 20245
November 20245
October 20241
September 20249
August 20245
July 20247
June 20248
May 20245
April 202410

A total of 28 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 20 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.86 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
June 20244
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 60 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20259
January 20255
December 20244
November 20247
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243
July 20245
June 20246
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 105 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20256
January 202513
December 20246
November 20245
October 20246
September 20247
August 20249
July 202411
June 202420
May 202413
April 20246

A total of 16 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations De Bruce in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the De Bruce postcode area is presented below.

1. Warren Road (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences5
Shoplifting3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
2. Bruntoft Avenue (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences3
3. King Oswy Shops (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting5
Drugs1
Public order1
4. Marina Way (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Miers Avenue (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
6. Ellett Court (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other theft1
7. Harrison Place (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
8. West View Road (Map)
Total4
Drugs3
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Wasdale Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
10. Carrick Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1

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