Crime Rate in Red Hall & Lingfield: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Red Hall & Lingfield

The total recorded crimes in Red Hall & Lingfield, Darlington, UK in July 2025 are around 51 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Red Hall & Lingfield crime rate of 5.05 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 Red Hall & Lingfield, encompassing approximately 10,105 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (-40.74% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Red Hall & Lingfield Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 7
  • Aintree Court with total crimes: 5
  • Deepdale Way with total crimes: 4

How safe is Red Hall & Lingfield?

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

  • Relative to Darlington:

    • In 2024, Red Hall & Lingfield demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Darlington average, with 637 crimes compared to 713.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Red Hall & Lingfield witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 19 other areas in the Darlington.

    • In 2023, Red Hall & Lingfield had fewer crimes than the Darlington average, with 505 crimes compared to 647. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Red Hall & Lingfield recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 19 other areas in the Darlington.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Darlington, Red Hall & Lingfield has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Red Hall & Lingfield Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Red Hall & Lingfield has recorded 51 crimes with crime rate of 5.05 ranking 10th out of 19 in the Darlington, UK

In 2024, the total Red Hall & Lingfield crimes were 637. The crime rate of Red Hall & Lingfield in 2024 was 63.04 (year) or 5.25 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Darlington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Red Hall & Lingfield were around 505 crimes with yearly crime rate of 49.97 (year) or 4.16 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Darlington.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Red Hall & Lingfield)CrimesRank (Red Hall & Lingfield)CrimesRank (Red Hall & Lingfield)
Park East224 13,167 12,138 1
Sadberge & Middleton St George196 21,607 21,407 2
North Road120 31,152 31,175 3
Bank Top & Lascelles93 41,113 41,163 4
Stephenson55 9761 5806 5
Pierremont68 5749 6638 8
Cockerton57 8650 7673 6
Brinkburn & Faverdale61 6566 11522 11
Eastbourne45 12614 10661 7
Northgate59 7642 8485 14
Haughton & Springfield32 14464 14567 9
Park West48 11523 12561 10
Harrowgate Hill40 13502 13515 12
Whinfield23 16303 15283 15
Hurworth30 15201 17240 16
College22 17217 16147 18
Heighington & Coniscliffe17 18191 18217 17
Hummersknott6 20119 19119 19
Mowden11 1985 20112 20

Red Hall & Lingfield Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 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 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (14 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 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 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 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 (14 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 169 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 15.36 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202516
April 202538
March 202517
February 202512
January 202514
December 202414
November 20247
October 20246
September 202414
August 202417

A total of 63 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.73 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20257
April 20255
March 20258
February 20256
January 20251
December 20245
November 20247
October 20244
September 20246
August 20247

A total of 197 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 17.91 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 202527
April 202527
March 202525
February 202522
January 20257
December 202412
November 202413
October 202417
September 202417
August 202414

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
April 20254
March 20256
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243

A total of 43 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
April 20254
March 20253
February 20258
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20245
September 20247
August 20241

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.30 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 65 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.91 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
April 20258
March 202510
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20249
October 20245
September 20247
August 202411

A total of 25 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20255
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20254
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Red Hall & Lingfield in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Red Hall & Lingfield postcode area is presented below.

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Aintree Court (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Deepdale Way (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Red Hall Drive (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
6. Lancaster Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Widgeon Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Harringay Crescent (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Badminton Close (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Hickstead Court (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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