Crime Rate in Cockerton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cockerton

The total recorded crimes in Cockerton, Darlington, UK in March 2025 are around 56 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cockerton crime rate of 3.47 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 Cockerton, encompassing approximately 16,118 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (22) incidents (57.14% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (45.45% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
Cockerton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Minors Crescent with total crimes: 7
  • Marrick Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Witton Crescent with total crimes: 4

How safe is Cockerton?

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

  • Relative to Darlington:

    • In 2024, Cockerton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Darlington average, with 650 crimes compared to 713.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Cockerton witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Cockerton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Darlington average, with 673 crimes compared to 647. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Cockerton witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Darlington, Cockerton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Cockerton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Cockerton has recorded 56 crimes with crime rate of 3.47 ranking 10th out of 19 in the Darlington, UK

In 2024, the total Cockerton crimes were 650. The crime rate of Cockerton in 2024 was 40.33 (year) or 3.36 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Darlington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cockerton were around 673 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.75 (year) or 3.48 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Darlington.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Darlington)CrimesRank (Darlington)CrimesRank (Darlington)
Park East240 13,167 12,138 1
Sadberge & Middleton St George167 21,607 21,407 2
North Road111 31,152 31,175 3
Bank Top & Lascelles83 51,113 41,163 4
Red Hall & Lingfield85 4637 9505 13
Stephenson78 6761 5806 5
Pierremont62 8749 6638 8
Eastbourne58 9614 10661 7
Brinkburn & Faverdale67 7566 11522 11
Northgate44 12642 8485 14
Haughton & Springfield36 14464 14567 9
Park West50 11523 12561 10
Harrowgate Hill43 13502 13515 12
Whinfield33 15303 15283 15
Hurworth22 17201 17240 16
College29 16217 16147 18
Heighington & Coniscliffe10 19191 18217 17
Mowden14 1885 20112 20
Hummersknott9 20119 19119 19

Cockerton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (22 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (10 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (44 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 223 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202511
January 202510
December 202416
November 202421
October 202425
September 202412
August 202410
July 202421
June 202430
May 202426
April 202425

A total of 216 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202514
January 202510
December 202410
November 202417
October 202413
September 202413
August 202417
July 202415
June 202444
May 202416
April 202425

A total of 80 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20257
January 20258
December 20245
November 20247
October 20248
September 20243
August 20244
July 20246
June 202412
May 202410
April 20244

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244
July 20241
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 26 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20255
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20246
June 202416
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 51 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20246
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243
July 20244
June 202416
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
September 20244
August 20242
July 20242
April 20242

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
April 20245

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
November 20244
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Cockerton in March 2025

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

1. Minors Crescent (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order1
2. Marrick Avenue (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Witton Crescent (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Wimborne Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
5. Sawley Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
6. Dunster Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
7. Richmond Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Tintern Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Ampleforth Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Cockerton Green (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2

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