Crime Rate in Lobley Hill and Bensham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lobley Hill and Bensham

The total recorded crimes in Lobley Hill and Bensham, Gateshead, UK in January 2026 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lobley Hill and Bensham crime rate of 1.35 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 Lobley Hill and Bensham, encompassing approximately 18,561 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (-55.56% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other crime: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Lobley Hill and Bensham Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Mill with total crimes: 3
  • Peacock Court with total crimes: 3
  • School Street with total crimes: 2

How safe is Lobley Hill and Bensham?

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

  • Relative to Gateshead:

    • In 2024, Lobley Hill and Bensham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Gateshead average, with 1078 crimes compared to 1156.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Lobley Hill and Bensham witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

    • In 2023, Lobley Hill and Bensham had fewer crimes than the Gateshead average, with 945 crimes compared to 1,143. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Lobley Hill and Bensham Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Lobley Hill and Bensham has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 1.35 ranking 10th out of 21 in the Gateshead, UK

In 2024, the total Lobley Hill and Bensham crimes were 1,078. The crime rate of Lobley Hill and Bensham in 2024 was 58.08 (year) or 4.84 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Gateshead.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lobley Hill and Bensham were around 945 crimes with yearly crime rate of 50.91 (year) or 4.24 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Gateshead.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Lobley Hill and Bensham)CrimesRank (Lobley Hill and Bensham)CrimesRank (Lobley Hill and Bensham)
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
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
Dunston Hill and Whickham East7 22593 19730 18
Low Fell15 19717 18662 19
Whickham South and Sunniside16 18531 20583 20
Crawcrook and Greenside12 21476 22570 21

Lobley Hill and Bensham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (42 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (38 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 45 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (39 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (39 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 362 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 45 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20268
December 202518
November 202528
October 202531
September 202542
August 202538
July 202545
June 202523
May 202539
April 202539
March 202522
February 202529

A total of 109 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20266
December 20256
November 20256
October 20253
September 20259
August 20259
July 20259
June 202516
May 20259
April 202512
March 20259
February 202515

A total of 37 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20253
October 20251
September 20252
August 20255
July 20252
June 20253
May 20254
April 20255
March 20251
February 20258

A total of 35 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20254
November 20251
October 20253
September 20256
August 20256
July 20251
June 20255
March 20255
February 20251

A total of 52 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20252
November 20254
October 20255
September 20252
August 20254
July 20256
June 20255
May 20256
April 20255
March 20258
February 20252

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20251
August 20251
June 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 68 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 202510
November 20253
October 20253
September 20256
August 20259
July 202511
June 20259
May 20253
April 20258
March 20252
February 20253

A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20254
November 20256
October 20252
September 20259
August 20256
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
February 20254

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
October 20252
August 20251
June 20251
May 20252
March 20251

A total of 85 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.73 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20256
November 20256
October 20258
September 20256
August 202510
July 202511
June 20255
May 202510
April 202510
March 20255
February 20258

A total of 47 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20255
November 20256
October 20253
September 20254
August 20251
July 20255
June 20252
May 20253
April 20256
March 20257
February 20255

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20253
November 20252
October 20256
September 20254
August 20254
July 20253
June 20255
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
February 20257

A total of 11 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20253
November 20251
August 20251
June 20253
April 20252
March 20251

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
July 20251
May 20251
February 20252

High Crime Locations Lobley Hill and Bensham in January 2026

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Lobley Hill and Bensham postcode area is presented below.

1. The Mill (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Peacock Court (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
3. School Street (Map)
Total2
Public order2
4. Miller Street (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
5. Consett Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Pentland Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Heath Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Dixon Street (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Victoria Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Holystone Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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