Crime Rate in Marton East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Marton East

The total recorded crimes in Marton East, Middlesbrough, UK in May 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Marton East crime rate of 5.94 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 Marton East, encompassing approximately 9,098 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (30.77% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (36.36% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Marton East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shevington Grove with total crimes: 5
  • Middlesbrough Sports Village with total crimes: 5
  • Stewart Park with total crimes: 4

How safe is Marton East?

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

  • Relative to Middlesbrough:

    • In 2024, Marton East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Middlesbrough average, with 496 crimes compared to 1598.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Marton East recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 19 other areas in the Middlesbrough.

    • In 2023, Marton East had fewer crimes than the Middlesbrough average, with 301 crimes compared to 1,453. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Marton East recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 19 other areas in the Middlesbrough.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Middlesbrough, Marton East has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Marton East Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Marton East has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 5.94 ranking 16th out of 19 in the Middlesbrough, UK

In 2024, the total Marton East crimes were 496. The crime rate of Marton East in 2024 was 54.52 (year) or 4.54 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Middlesbrough.

In 2023, the total crimes in Marton East were around 301 crimes with yearly crime rate of 33.08 (year) or 2.76 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Middlesbrough.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Marton East)CrimesRank (Marton East)CrimesRank (Marton East)
Central566 17,277 15,684 1
Longlands & Beechwood308 23,587 23,197 2
Newport184 32,975 32,971 3
Berwick Hills & Pallister165 42,490 42,456 4
Brambles & Thorntree150 52,411 52,249 5
Park End & Beckfield109 91,866 62,075 6
Park135 61,463 81,375 8
Hemlington120 81,497 71,611 7
Coulby Newham121 71,273 91,140 9
Ayresome78 121,011 111,116 10
North Ormesby91 111,148 101,090 11
Linthorpe98 10560 16569 15
Ladgate72 13898 12776 12
Kader40 18697 14629 13
Acklam56 15782 13603 14
Stainton & Thornton56 14597 15330 17
Trimdon51 17491 18433 16
Marton West32 19281 19260 19
Nunthorpe19 20168 20197 20

Marton East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (26 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 143 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202517
April 202513
March 202517
February 202514
January 20253
December 20245
November 20246
October 202412
September 20248
August 202410
July 20245
June 202426
May 20247

A total of 42 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20252
February 20255
December 20242
November 20243
October 20247
September 20241
August 20245
July 20243
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.55 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20255
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20244
August 20244
July 20241
June 20246
May 20242

A total of 21 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
December 20246
November 20246
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 28 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20254
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20246
May 20244

A total of 188 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 14.46 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202515
April 202511
March 202514
February 202515
January 20259
December 20247
November 202417
October 202422
September 202414
August 202412
July 202413
June 202422
May 202417

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20254
March 20252
February 20253
January 20254
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
June 20242

A total of 51 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20258
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20248
June 202416
May 20243

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
January 20251
December 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
November 20241
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
July 20242

High Crime Locations Marton East in May 2025

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

1. Shevington Grove (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime1
2. Middlesbrough Sports Village (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
3. Stewart Park (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Vehicle crime1
4. Gilkes Walk (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. The Wickets (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
6. Galgate Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Marton Shops (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
8. Redwood Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Sandling Court (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
10. South Drive (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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