Is Stainton and Thornton Safe?
Crime statistics for Stainton and Thornton. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 1,489 total crimes recorded in Stainton and Thornton
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Stainton and Thornton — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stainton and Thornton safe?
Stainton and Thornton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 24/100, rated High Crime. A total of 648 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 45% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Stainton and Thornton are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Stainton and Thornton in the last 12 months?
648 crimes were recorded in Stainton and Thornton in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 45% compared to the previous 12-month period (447 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 539 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Stainton and Thornton?
The most common crime in Stainton and Thornton is Violent Crime, with 539 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 83.2% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Stainton and Thornton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Stainton and Thornton is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 45% — from 447 crimes in the previous 12 months to 648 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Stainton and Thornton?
Stainton and Thornton has a safety score of 24 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Stainton and Thornton compare to the Cleveland Police average?
Stainton and Thornton has a safety score of 24/100, while the Cleveland Police force area average is 20/100. Stainton and Thornton is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Stainton and Thornton?
32.6% of crimes recorded in Stainton and Thornton resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Cleveland Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Stainton and Thornton?
539 violent crimes were recorded in Stainton and Thornton in the last 12 months — representing 83.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 444 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Stainton and Thornton last updated?
The crime data for Stainton and Thornton was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Stainton and Thornton with other areas?
You can compare Stainton and Thornton with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.