Crime Rate in Harrowgate Hill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Harrowgate Hill

The total recorded crimes in Harrowgate Hill, Darlington, UK in March 2025 are around 43 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Harrowgate Hill crime rate of 2.89 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 Harrowgate Hill, encompassing approximately 14,894 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (6.25% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Harrowgate Hill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Longfield Road with total crimes: 8
  • Primary Close with total crimes: 7
  • Beaumont Hill with total crimes: 5

How safe is Harrowgate Hill?

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

  • Relative to Darlington:

    • In 2024, Harrowgate Hill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Darlington average, with 502 crimes compared to 713.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Harrowgate Hill recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Harrowgate Hill had fewer crimes than the Darlington average, with 515 crimes compared to 647. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Harrowgate Hill recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Harrowgate Hill Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Harrowgate Hill has recorded 43 crimes with crime rate of 2.89 ranking 13th out of 19 in the Darlington, UK

In 2024, the total Harrowgate Hill crimes were 502. The crime rate of Harrowgate Hill in 2024 was 33.70 (year) or 2.81 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Darlington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Harrowgate Hill were around 515 crimes with yearly crime rate of 34.58 (year) or 2.88 (month) ranking 12 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
Cockerton56 10650 7673 6
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
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

Harrowgate Hill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 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 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
November 20243
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20248
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 192 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202516
January 202516
December 202413
November 202416
October 202421
September 20249
August 202411
July 202418
June 202422
May 202422
April 202411

A total of 121 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.08 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20254
January 20256
December 202416
November 202411
October 20247
September 202411
August 20249
July 202413
June 202416
May 20247
April 20249

A total of 64 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20255
December 20244
November 20248
October 20246
September 20244
August 20247
July 20245
June 202412
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
August 20244
July 20244
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 20 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242
October 20242
August 20242
June 20246

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244
July 20244
June 20244
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 31 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
July 20245
June 20244
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
June 20242

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
September 20243
August 20243
June 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Harrowgate Hill in March 2025

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

1. Longfield Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences7
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Primary Close (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Beaumont Hill (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft1
4. Bowman Street (Map)
Total5
Drugs2
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Mayfair Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Elmcroft (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
7. Kingsway (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
8. Oakland Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Foxglove Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Tintagel Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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