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 July 2025 are around 40 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dunston Hill and Whickham East crime rate of 3.01 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
Dunston Hill and Whickham East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bracken Drive with total crimes: 4
  • Devon Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Ash Grove with total crimes: 3

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 July 2025 the Dunston Hill and Whickham East has recorded 40 crimes with crime rate of 3.01 ranking 21th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Dunston Hill and Whickham East)CrimesRank (Dunston Hill and Whickham East)CrimesRank (Dunston Hill and Whickham East)
Bridges316 13,742 13,404 1
High Fell122 21,439 61,711 2
Blaydon105 61,656 21,567 4
Felling94 101,468 31,572 3
Whickham North121 31,448 51,515 5
Dunston and Teams99 81,459 41,508 6
Lamesley119 41,142 91,058 10
Saltwell115 51,297 81,083 9
Deckham102 71,301 71,148 7
Windy Nook and Whitehills76 13978 141,128 8
Lobley Hill and Bensham95 91,078 10945 14
Chowdene86 11987 12994 11
Pelaw and Heworth70 161,003 11976 12
Ryton, Crookhill and Stella83 12826 17834 16
Wardley and Leam Lane73 15857 16975 13
Birtley73 14980 13876 15
Chopwell and Rowlands Gill67 17930 15830 17
Low Fell46 19717 18662 19
Whickham South and Sunniside47 18531 20583 20
Crawcrook and Greenside43 20476 22570 21
Winlaton and High Spen31 22521 21479 22

Dunston Hill and Whickham East 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 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.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 57 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20257
May 20254
April 20256
March 20253
February 20251
January 20255
December 20244
November 20246
October 20244
September 20248
August 20243

A total of 217 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.08 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202524
May 202520
April 202522
March 202519
February 202515
January 202516
December 202418
November 202418
October 202414
September 202415
August 202415

A total of 32 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20253
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
October 20246
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 78 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20255
April 20253
March 20255
February 20254
January 20253
December 20246
November 20248
October 20246
September 202416
August 202412

A total of 50 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20253
April 20252
March 20254
February 20254
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 20245
September 20245
August 20248

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
December 20241
August 20241

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
March 20251
February 20252
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

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

MonthCount
June 20252
November 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
February 20252
January 20253
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
August 20241

High Crime Locations Dunston Hill and Whickham East in July 2025

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

1. Bracken Drive (Map)
Total4
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Devon Avenue (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Ash Grove (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
4. Oak Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Wordsworth Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Coalway Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Holly Avenue (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
8. Beech Drive (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Spinneyside Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Whickham Park (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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