Crime Rate in Dunston Hill and Whickham East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Dunston Hill and Whickham East

The total recorded crimes in Dunston Hill and Whickham East, Gateshead, UK in January 2026 are around 7 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dunston Hill and Whickham East crime rate of 0.53 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 Dunston Hill and Whickham East, encompassing approximately 13,268 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Other theft: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-60.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Dunston Hill and Whickham East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Brooke Avenue with total crimes: 1
  • Dockendale Lane with total crimes: 1
  • Devon Avenue with total crimes: 1

How safe is Dunston Hill and Whickham East?

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

  • Relative to Gateshead:

    • In 2024, Dunston Hill and Whickham East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Gateshead average, with 593 crimes compared to 1156.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Dunston Hill and Whickham East recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

    • In 2023, Dunston Hill and Whickham East had fewer crimes than the Gateshead average, with 730 crimes compared to 1,143. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Dunston Hill and Whickham East recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Gateshead, Dunston Hill and Whickham East has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Dunston Hill and Whickham East Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Dunston Hill and Whickham East has recorded 7 crimes with crime rate of 0.53 ranking 22th out of 21 in the Gateshead, UK

In 2024, the total Dunston Hill and Whickham East crimes were 593. The crime rate of Dunston Hill and Whickham East in 2024 was 44.69 (year) or 3.72 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Gateshead.

In 2023, the total crimes in Dunston Hill and Whickham East were around 730 crimes with yearly crime rate of 55.02 (year) or 4.58 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Gateshead.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Dunston Hill and Whickham East)CrimesRank (Dunston Hill and Whickham East)CrimesRank (Dunston Hill and Whickham East)
Bridges71 13,742 13,404 1
High Fell29 71,439 61,711 2
Blaydon61 21,656 21,567 4
Felling32 51,468 31,572 3
Dunston and Teams49 31,459 41,508 6
Birtley36 4980 13876 15
Whickham North28 81,448 51,515 5
Windy Nook and Whitehills29 6978 141,128 8
Deckham19 161,301 71,148 7
Saltwell25 111,297 81,083 9
Lamesley21 151,142 91,058 10
Chowdene27 9987 12994 11
Lobley Hill and Bensham25 101,078 10945 14
Pelaw and Heworth17 171,003 11976 12
Ryton, Crookhill and Stella23 12826 17834 16
Wardley and Leam Lane15 20857 16975 13
Winlaton and High Spen21 13521 21479 22
Chopwell and Rowlands Gill21 14930 15830 17
Low Fell15 19717 18662 19
Whickham South and Sunniside16 18531 20583 20
Crawcrook and Greenside12 21476 22570 21

Dunston Hill and Whickham East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (2 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , 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 (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 24 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20251
October 20253
August 20253
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20253
March 20254
February 20251

A total of 46 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20252
November 20253
October 20253
September 20254
August 20256
July 20256
June 20257
May 20254
April 20256
March 20253
February 20251

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20253
September 20252
April 20253
February 20252

A total of 47 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20255
November 20252
October 20256
September 20251
August 20254
July 20254
June 20256
May 20255
April 20253
March 20255
February 20254

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
August 20251
April 20251

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20256
November 20253
October 20253
September 20253
August 20253
July 20255
June 20254
May 20253
April 20252
March 20254
February 20254

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20251
October 20252
September 20251
August 20255
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 206 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.73 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 202515
November 20259
October 202523
September 202515
August 202523
July 202521
June 202524
May 202520
April 202522
March 202519
February 202515

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
June 20252

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20251
June 20251

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
October 20252
September 20251
August 20252
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
July 20251
April 20251

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251

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

MonthCount
August 20252
June 20251
May 20252
February 20251

High Crime Locations Dunston Hill and Whickham East in January 2026

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Dunston Hill and Whickham East postcode area is presented below.

1. Brooke Avenue (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
2. Dockendale Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
3. Devon Avenue (Map)
Total1
Public order1
4. Mansion Heights (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
5. Dunston Bank (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Poplar Crescent (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Knightside Gardens (Map)
Total1
Drugs1

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