Crime Rate in Pierremont: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Pierremont

The total recorded crimes in Pierremont, Darlington, UK in March 2025 are around 62 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pierremont crime rate of 1.57 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 Pierremont, encompassing approximately 39,411 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (216.67% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (500.00% increase)
Pierremont Crime Hotspots

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

  • Branksome Terrace with total crimes: 6
  • Garthlands Road with total crimes: 6
  • Hollyhurst Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Pierremont?

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

  • Relative to Darlington:

    • In 2024, Pierremont reported a higher crime volume than the Darlington average, with 749 crimes compared to 713. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Pierremont witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Pierremont had fewer crimes than the Darlington average, with 638 crimes compared to 647. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Pierremont witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Darlington, Pierremont has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Pierremont Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Pierremont has recorded 62 crimes with crime rate of 1.57 ranking 8th out of 19 in the Darlington, UK

In 2024, the total Pierremont crimes were 749. The crime rate of Pierremont in 2024 was 19.00 (year) or 1.58 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Darlington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Pierremont were around 638 crimes with yearly crime rate of 16.19 (year) or 1.35 (month) ranking 8 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
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

Pierremont Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (56 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 280 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202512
January 202521
December 202420
November 202422
October 202419
September 202413
August 202419
July 202425
June 202456
May 202433
April 202422

A total of 53 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
October 20246
September 20248
August 20243
July 20248
June 20246
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
October 20241
May 20241

A total of 131 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 20256
January 20259
December 20249
November 202410
October 20243
September 20247
August 202411
July 202412
June 202426
May 202413
April 20246

A total of 29 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20245
August 20244
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 83 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
January 20254
December 20247
November 20244
October 20249
September 20248
August 20244
July 20249
June 202414
May 202411
April 20246

A total of 62 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.64 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20245
October 20244
September 20245
August 20241
July 202416
June 202412
May 20246
April 20248

A total of 43 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20257
December 20246
November 20241
October 20244
September 20244
August 20243
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 33 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20247
September 20248
July 20242
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
July 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
July 20241
May 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20242
August 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Pierremont in March 2025

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

1. Branksome Terrace (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
2. Garthlands Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Hollyhurst Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Rosebery Street (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Harcourt Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Dodds Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Hospital (Map)
Total3
Drugs2
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Willow Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Sedgwick Street (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Public order1

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