Crime Rate in Hurworth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hurworth

The total recorded crimes in Hurworth, Darlington, UK in March 2025 are around 22 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hurworth crime rate of 31.96 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 Hurworth, encompassing approximately 688 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (11.11% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Hurworth Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Lanes with total crimes: 3
  • Foss Court with total crimes: 2
  • Skerne Way with total crimes: 2

How safe is Hurworth?

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

  • Relative to Darlington:

    • In 2024, Hurworth demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Darlington average, with 201 crimes compared to 713.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Hurworth recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Hurworth had fewer crimes than the Darlington average, with 240 crimes compared to 647. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Hurworth recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Hurworth Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Hurworth has recorded 22 crimes with crime rate of 31.96 ranking 17th out of 19 in the Darlington, UK

In 2024, the total Hurworth crimes were 201. The crime rate of Hurworth in 2024 was 291.98 (year) or 24.33 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Darlington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hurworth were around 240 crimes with yearly crime rate of 348.63 (year) or 29.05 (month) ranking 16 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
Harrowgate Hill43 13502 13515 12
Whinfield33 15303 15283 15
College29 16217 16147 18
Heighington & Coniscliffe10 19191 18217 17
Mowden14 1885 20112 20
Hummersknott9 20119 19119 19

Hurworth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

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

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (7 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (10 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (12 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 70 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20259
January 20257
December 20242
November 202410
October 20242
September 20245
August 20245
July 20243
June 202412
May 20247
April 20242

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
July 20241
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20248
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248

A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20243
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20259
January 20256
December 20243
November 20243
October 202410
September 20246
August 20243
July 20244
June 202412
May 20249
April 20245

A total of 14 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
September 20242
August 20241
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
November 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 6 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20243
June 20242

High Crime Locations Hurworth in March 2025

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

1. The Lanes (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime1
2. Foss Court (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
3. Skerne Way (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Hurworth Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Yew Tree Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Church View (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Neasham Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. New Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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