Crime Rate in North Lodge: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in North Lodge

The total recorded crimes in North Lodge, County Durham, UK in July 2025 are around 45 as per the recent police data. This equates to a North Lodge crime rate of 8.60 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 Lodge, encompassing approximately 5,229 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (10) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
North Lodge Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bus/Coach Station with total crimes: 6
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 4

How safe is North Lodge?

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

  • Relative to County Durham:

    • In 2024, North Lodge demonstrated a lower crime volume than the County Durham average, with 368 crimes compared to 971.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, North Lodge recorded fewer crimes than 53 out of 62 other areas in the County Durham.

    • In 2023, North Lodge had fewer crimes than the County Durham average, with 358 crimes compared to 889. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, North Lodge recorded fewer crimes than 53 out of 62 other areas in the County Durham.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

North Lodge Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the North Lodge has recorded 45 crimes with crime rate of 8.60 ranking 52th out of 62 in the County Durham, UK

In 2024, the total North Lodge crimes were 368. The crime rate of North Lodge in 2024 was 70.36 (year) or 5.86 (month) ranking it 54 dangerous area in the County Durham.

In 2023, the total crimes in North Lodge were around 358 crimes with yearly crime rate of 68.45 (year) or 5.70 (month) ranking 54 most dangerous area in the County Durham.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (North Lodge)CrimesRank (North Lodge)CrimesRank (North Lodge)
Shildon and Dene Valley229 12,263 22,356 1
Elvet and Gilesgate193 22,579 11,923 2
Belmont166 31,867 31,910 3
Peterlee East135 81,703 71,897 4
Bishop Auckland Town112 211,862 41,494 6
Trimdon and Thornley158 41,534 101,371 11
Ferryhill151 61,781 51,700 5
Chester-le-Street West Central151 51,423 111,439 9
West Auckland131 91,710 6959 29
Aycliffe East123 141,570 81,443 7
Murton142 71,362 131,154 17
Crook129 101,542 91,441 8
Coxhoe103 281,362 141,422 10
Dawdon129 111,005 291,093 19
Craghead and South Moor94 331,102 271,265 12
Woodhouse Close113 201,402 121,186 15
Tudhoe127 121,195 211,036 24
Easington94 311,329 151,264 13
Horden125 131,274 161,139 18
Stanley109 221,090 281,239 14
Deerness120 151,206 19867 34
Tanfield114 191,165 221,183 16
Spennymoor118 161,255 17938 30
Aycliffe West118 171,205 201,046 22
Willington and Hunwick101 291,230 181,056 20
Annfield Plain115 18913 35928 33
Blackhalls103 261,144 241,053 21
Peterlee West105 23984 311,042 23
Aycliffe North and Middridge105 241,158 23986 28
Pelton104 251,138 251,022 25
Framwellgate and Newton Hall96 30985 301,008 26
Shotton and South Hetton103 271,120 26933 32
Brandon94 32965 331,007 27
Delves Lane83 37974 32936 31
Neville's Cross91 35932 34550 42
Deneside92 34612 45539 43
Sherburn61 41782 39857 35
Sedgefield60 42620 43744 36
Leadgate and Medomsley86 36864 36708 38
Consett North60 44791 37741 37
Chilton55 47785 38472 46
Sacriston73 38717 40635 39
Esh and Witton Gilbert68 39642 41601 40
Barnard Castle East62 40617 44507 45
Coundon45 51546 47550 41
Consett South56 46626 42344 56
Chester-le-Street South60 43429 52398 50
Lumley40 55551 46509 44
Chester-le-Street East56 45458 50386 53
Evenwood48 50468 49465 47
Burnopfield and Dipton51 49451 51450 48
Barnard Castle West54 48480 48426 49
Lanchester34 58358 56395 51
Benfieldside38 56359 55394 52
Seaham44 53383 53300 60
Passfield41 54307 61342 57
Tow Law27 60308 60351 55
Weardale33 59340 57324 58
Wingate38 57334 58318 59
Bishop Middleham and Cornforth26 61331 59293 61
Chester-le-Street North25 62190 62203 62
Durham South11 63124 63101 63

North Lodge Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 10 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 (8 cases).

In May 2025, Other theft recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 15 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 23 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
April 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 83 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.55 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202510
April 20254
March 20252
February 20258
January 20256
December 20245
November 20249
October 20248
September 20249
August 20248

A total of 43 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20251
April 20256
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20247
November 20243
October 20241
September 20246
August 20248

A total of 59 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.90 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20258
April 20259
March 20258
January 20252
December 20246
November 20247
October 20244
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
April 20253
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
September 20241

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20253
March 20251
January 20253
December 20242
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251
August 20241

A total of 70 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.36 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20255
April 202510
March 20255
February 20259
January 20255
December 20245
November 20245
October 20244
September 20245
August 20247

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

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
November 20241

High Crime Locations North Lodge in July 2025

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

1. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting5
Other crime1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting5
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
4. Drum Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Public order1
5. Northlands (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Hopgarth Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
7. First Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order2
8. Low Flatts Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
9. Highfield Rise (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1

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