Crime Rate in Northgate: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Northgate

The total recorded crimes in Northgate, Darlington, UK in March 2025 are around 44 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Northgate crime rate of 1.23 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 Northgate, encompassing approximately 35,842 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
Northgate Crime Hotspots

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

  • Salisbury Terrace with total crimes: 5
  • Widdowfield Street with total crimes: 4
  • Westbrook Terrace with total crimes: 4

How safe is Northgate?

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

  • Relative to Darlington:

    • In 2024, Northgate demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Darlington average, with 642 crimes compared to 713.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Northgate witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Northgate had fewer crimes than the Darlington average, with 485 crimes compared to 647. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Northgate recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Northgate Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Northgate has recorded 44 crimes with crime rate of 1.23 ranking 12th out of 19 in the Darlington, UK

In 2024, the total Northgate crimes were 642. The crime rate of Northgate in 2024 was 53.07 (year) or 4.42 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Darlington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Northgate were around 485 crimes with yearly crime rate of 56.66 (year) or 4.72 (month) ranking 14 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
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

Northgate Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (7 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 Criminal damage and arson (27 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

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

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (28 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 28 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
August 20243
July 20247
June 20242
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 98 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 202411
September 20245
August 20242
July 202418
June 202428
May 202411
April 20246

A total of 174 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 20259
January 20258
December 202411
November 202413
October 202410
September 202412
August 202422
July 202413
June 202426
May 202414
April 202418

A total of 115 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20259
January 20256
December 20244
November 202411
October 202411
September 202410
August 202414
July 20246
June 202422
May 20249
April 20248

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

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
June 20244
April 20243

A total of 37 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
September 20243
August 20241
July 20242
June 20248
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 83 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 202527
December 20247
November 20245
October 20244
September 20248
August 20244
July 20246
June 20242
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 38 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20246
August 20244
July 20244
June 20244
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20242

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242

A total of 42 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20242
September 20243
August 20245
July 20242
June 202412
May 20243
April 20244

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

MonthCount
January 20252
October 20243
April 20241

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20242

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

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Northgate in March 2025

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

1. Salisbury Terrace (Map)
Total5
Robbery2
Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting1
2. Widdowfield Street (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Westbrook Terrace (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Corporation Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. North Lodge Terrace (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Barningham Street (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
7. Kingston Street (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Marburn Place (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Shoplifting1
9. Mcnay Street (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Elmfield Street (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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