WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Durham Constabulary Police

Murton Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Murton, localized within County Durham.

Safety Rating

High Risk

Crime Rate

15.55per 1k

Total Population

8,486

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences40

Anti-social Behaviour20

Criminal Damage & Arson19

Shoplifting19

Burglary12

Vehicle Crime10

Other Theft6

Public Order4

Weapons Possession1

Drug Offences1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Fife Street Map	Shoplifting: 13	13
On or near Shopping Area Map	Anti-social behaviour: 8Shoplifting: 2Burglary: 1	12
On or near Lansbury Drive Map	Criminal damage and arson: 5Burglary: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1	7
On or near George Street Map	Shoplifting: 4Other theft: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1	6
On or near Ripon Terrace Map	Violence and sexual offences: 4Public order: 2	6
On or near Wetherburn Avenue Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3Criminal damage and arson: 2	5
On or near Claude Terrace Map	Anti-social behaviour: 2Violence and sexual offences: 2	4
On or near Parking Area Map	Violence and sexual offences: 4	4
On or near Shinwell Terrace Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3Vehicle crime: 1	4
On or near Wood'S Terrace Map	Other theft: 2Drugs: 1	3