Crime in Bridges, Gateshead
Comprehensive safety analysis for Bridges, localized within Gateshead.
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| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket Map | Shoplifting: 16Anti-social behaviour: 12Violence and sexual offences: 4 | 35 |
| On or near West Street Map | Anti-social behaviour: 8Violence and sexual offences: 6Shoplifting: 3 | 21 |
| On or near Charles Street Map | Anti-social behaviour: 7Shoplifting: 4Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 18 |
| On or near Mill Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 5Anti-social behaviour: 3Theft from the person: 1 | 9 |
| On or near Ann Street Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3Other theft: 2Theft from the person: 2 | 7 |
| On or near Parking Area Map | Anti-social behaviour: 6 | 6 |
| On or near Shelley Drive Map | Criminal damage and arson: 4Other crime: 1 | 5 |
| On or near Gateshead Stadium Map | Other theft: 2Public order: 2Burglary: 1 | 5 |
| On or near Villa Place Map | Shoplifting: 2Public order: 2 | 4 |
| On or near Bensham Road Map | Shoplifting: 2Burglary: 1Vehicle crime: 1 | 4 |
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Leam Lane, Wardley, Heworth, Felling and Bill Quay (Gateshead East)
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Anti-social behaviour in residential properties across Gateshead East
Issued: 19 Oct 2025
Status Update
Closure orders are now imposed on problematic premises whilst dispersal notices and Community Protection Notices have been used to disrupt those responsible. 11 properties have been subject to full or partial closure order with homes repossessed by the landlord or housing association. We undertake patrols at all closed properties, and anyone found breaching the order is arrested and charged.
Actioned: 21 Aug 2026
Gateshead East motorcycle anti-social behaviour (ASB)
Issued: 29 Aug 2025
Status Update
Off-road motorbikes/Surrons are the most prevalent type of ASB for Gateshead East with areas such as Whitehills Nature Reserve suffering a disproportionate amount of reports. Open community meetings with partners have been conducted with days of action to follow.
Actioned: 21 Aug 2026
Engagement Events
Community Drop-in Session
Other EventCommunity drop-in session in partnership with Gateshead Council Housing Team.
3:00 PM — 4:00 PM
Leam Lane Community Hub Fewster Square
Let's chat: policing in Gateshead
MeetingA chance to meet your local neighbourhood officers. Share your concerns, feedback and suggestions for policing in Gateshead.
3:00 PM — 4:00 PM
Edberts House, St Edmund's Drive, Gateshead
Let's chat: policing in Gateshead
MeetingA chance to meet your local neighbourhood officers. Share your concerns, feedback and suggestions for policing in Gateshead.
3:00 PM — 4:00 PM
Edberts House, St Edmund's Drive, Gateshead
Let's chat: policing in Gateshead
MeetingA chance to meet your local neighbourhood officers. Share your concerns, feedback and suggestions for policing in Gateshead.
3:00 PM — 4:00 PM
Edberts House, St Edmund's Drive, Gateshead
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