WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Durham Constabulary Police

Shotton and South Hetton Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Shotton and South Hetton, localized within County Durham.

Safety Rating

Moderate

Crime Rate

13.24per 1k

Total Population

5,965

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences25

Anti-social Behaviour23

Criminal Damage & Arson11

Shoplifting5

Other Theft4

Public Order4

Vehicle Crime2

Burglary1

Theft from Person1

Weapons Possession1

Other Crime1

Drug Offences1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Cowley Street Map	Anti-social behaviour: 7Shoplifting: 1Possession of weapons: 1	9
On or near Alcote Grove Map	Anti-social behaviour: 2Criminal damage and arson: 2Public order: 1	5
On or near Bridge Road Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3Theft from the person: 1	4
On or near Gregson Terrace Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3Anti-social behaviour: 1	4
On or near Dunelm Place Map	Public order: 2Vehicle crime: 1	3
On or near Hamilton Court Map	Shoplifting: 2	2
On or near Buttermere Crescent Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Sports/Recreation Area Map	Other theft: 2	2
On or near Patrick Crescent Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Dixon Estate Map	Shoplifting: 2	2