Crime Rate in North Richmondshire: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in North Richmondshire

The total recorded crimes in North Richmondshire, Richmondshire, UK in May 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (10.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
North Richmondshire Crime Hotspots

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

  • with total crimes: 6
  • Hargill with total crimes: 3
  • The Mill Race with total crimes: 2

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 May 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (North Richmondshire)CrimesRank (North Richmondshire)CrimesRank (North Richmondshire)
Richmond45 2499 3620 1
Hipswell & Colburn65 1750 1608 2
Scotton & Lower Wensleydale34 3503 2472 3
Catterick Village & Brompton-on-Swale16 5249 5260 5
Leyburn & Middleham16 6163 7196 6
Upper Dales10 7167 6192 7

North Richmondshire Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242
July 20244
June 20246
May 20245

A total of 41 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20252
October 20242
September 20243
August 20248
July 20244
June 202416
May 20243

A total of 126 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 202510
March 202520
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20244
September 202410
August 20248
July 20249
June 202440
May 20249

A total of 33 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.71 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
October 20245
September 20242
August 20245
July 202410
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 46 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.11 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20254
March 20255
October 20244
September 20244
August 20245
July 20244
June 20244
May 20249

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 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
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.83 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
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
October 20242
August 20241
June 20246

A total of 25 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20251
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244
July 20241
June 20248
May 20243

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20242
June 20242
May 20244

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations North Richmondshire in May 2025

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

1. (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
2. Hargill (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. The Mill Race (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Middleton Tyas Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
5. Ashbrook Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Moulton Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Byron Court (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Orchard Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. West Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. South Parade (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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