Crime Rate in Whinfield: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whinfield

The total recorded crimes in Whinfield, Darlington, UK in March 2025 are around 33 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whinfield crime rate of 3.16 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 Whinfield, encompassing approximately 10,430 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (22.22% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (233.33% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
Whinfield Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 7
  • Lismore Drive with total crimes: 3
  • Ardmore Drive with total crimes: 3

How safe is Whinfield?

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

  • Relative to Darlington:

    • In 2024, Whinfield demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Darlington average, with 303 crimes compared to 713.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Whinfield recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Whinfield had fewer crimes than the Darlington average, with 283 crimes compared to 647. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Whinfield recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Whinfield Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Whinfield has recorded 33 crimes with crime rate of 3.16 ranking 15th out of 19 in the Darlington, UK

In 2024, the total Whinfield crimes were 303. The crime rate of Whinfield in 2024 was 29.05 (year) or 2.42 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Darlington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Whinfield were around 283 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.13 (year) or 2.26 (month) ranking 15 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
Hurworth22 17201 17240 16
College29 16217 16147 18
Heighington & Coniscliffe10 19191 18217 17
Mowden14 1885 20112 20
Hummersknott9 20119 19119 19

Whinfield Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , 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 (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 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 (4 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Public order were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 87 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20253
January 20256
December 20245
November 20246
October 20248
September 20245
August 20244
July 202411
June 202418
May 20248
April 20243

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20241
September 20245
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 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
December 20241
July 20241

A total of 104 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20259
January 20259
December 20245
November 20246
October 202412
September 20245
August 20243
July 202410
June 202424
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 16 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
December 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
August 20242

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 46 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20242
July 202410
June 20244
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20246
September 20242

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
May 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
November 20241

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

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Whinfield in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour4
Shoplifting3
2. Lismore Drive (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Ardmore Drive (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Dunrobin Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Argyll Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Jura Drive (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Gatehouse Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
8. Glamis Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Drummond Close (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1
10. Braemar Court (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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