Crime Rate in North Richmondshire: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in North Richmondshire

The total recorded crimes in North Richmondshire, Richmondshire, UK in July 2025 are around 30 as per the recent police data. This equates to a North Richmondshire crime rate of 149.55 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 North Richmondshire, encompassing approximately 200 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (28.57% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-30.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
North Richmondshire Crime Hotspots

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

  • Moor Road with total crimes: 9
  • St James Close with total crimes: 3
  • Spenceley Place with total crimes: 3

How safe is North Richmondshire?

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

  • Relative to Richmondshire:

    • In 2024, North Richmondshire demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Richmondshire average, with 355 crimes compared to 384.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, North Richmondshire experienced a greater number of crimes than the Richmondshire average, with 469 crimes compared to 402. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Richmondshire, North Richmondshire has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

North Richmondshire Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the North Richmondshire has recorded 30 crimes with crime rate of 149.55 ranking 4th out of 6 in the Richmondshire, UK

In 2024, the total North Richmondshire crimes were 355. The crime rate of North Richmondshire in 2024 was 1769.69 (year) or 147.47 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Richmondshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in North Richmondshire were around 469 crimes with yearly crime rate of 2337.99 (year) or 194.83 (month) ranking 4 most dangerous area in the Richmondshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (North Richmondshire)CrimesRank (North Richmondshire)CrimesRank (North Richmondshire)
Richmond41 3499 3620 1
Hipswell & Colburn61 1750 1608 2
Scotton & Lower Wensleydale49 2503 2472 3
Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale17 5249 5260 5
Leyburn & Middleham12 7163 7196 6
Upper Dales17 6167 6192 7

North Richmondshire Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

In February 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In January 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In December 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (2 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Burglary dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 85 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202510
May 202511
April 202510
March 202520
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20244
September 202410
August 20248

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.14 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20254
April 20252
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
October 20245
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
August 20241

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20253
March 20251
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 45 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.62 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20257
May 20257
April 20254
March 20255
October 20244
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
September 20241

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.71 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
May 20253
March 20252
October 20242
September 20243
August 20248

A total of 7 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20252
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20254
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
October 20245
September 20241

High Crime Locations North Richmondshire in July 2025

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

1. Moor Road (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour9
2. St James Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Spenceley Place (Map)
Total3
Other theft3
4. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime3
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Byron Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Orchard Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. West Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. The Mill Race (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
10. The Porch (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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