Crime Rate in Low Fell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Low Fell

The total recorded crimes in Low Fell, Gateshead, UK in January 2026 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Low Fell crime rate of 0.57 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 Low Fell, encompassing approximately 26,328 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-72.22% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (1) incidents (-87.50% decrease)
Low Fell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Church Drive with total crimes: 3
  • Musgrave Road with total crimes: 2
  • St Andrew'S Drive with total crimes: 2

How safe is Low Fell?

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

  • Relative to Gateshead:

    • In 2024, Low Fell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Gateshead average, with 717 crimes compared to 1156.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Low Fell recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

    • In 2023, Low Fell had fewer crimes than the Gateshead average, with 662 crimes compared to 1,143. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Low Fell recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Gateshead, Low Fell has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Low Fell Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Low Fell has recorded 15 crimes with crime rate of 0.57 ranking 19th out of 21 in the Gateshead, UK

In 2024, the total Low Fell crimes were 717. The crime rate of Low Fell in 2024 was 27.23 (year) or 2.27 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Gateshead.

In 2023, the total crimes in Low Fell were around 662 crimes with yearly crime rate of 25.14 (year) or 2.10 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Gateshead.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Low Fell)CrimesRank (Low Fell)CrimesRank (Low Fell)
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
Dunston Hill and Whickham East7 22593 19730 18
Whickham South and Sunniside16 18531 20583 20
Crawcrook and Greenside12 21476 22570 21

Low Fell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2025 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 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (13 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 47 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20258
November 20252
October 20252
September 20254
August 20257
July 20252
June 202513
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252

A total of 61 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.55 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20253
November 20251
October 20258
September 20254
August 20254
July 202511
June 20259
May 20254
April 20254
March 20258

A total of 152 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.67 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 202518
November 202510
October 202518
September 202510
August 202521
July 202511
June 202511
May 202518
April 202510
March 202513
February 20257

A total of 30 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20255
November 20253
October 20256
September 20252
August 20253
July 20254
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 47 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20256
November 20252
October 20255
September 20252
August 20256
July 20256
June 20254
May 20254
April 20252
March 20255
February 20254

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20254
October 20255
September 20252
August 20252
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251

A total of 45 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20255
November 20258
October 20254
September 20255
August 20252
July 20255
June 20254
May 20253
April 20251
March 20255
February 20252

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

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
September 20251
August 20251

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

MonthCount
November 20251
October 20252
August 20251
July 20251
February 20251

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
October 20255
September 20254
August 20252
July 20254
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20252

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20255
September 20252
August 20254
July 20251
June 20255
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252

High Crime Locations Low Fell in January 2026

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

1. Church Drive (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Musgrave Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. St Andrew'S Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
4. Beverley Crescent (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Egremont Gardens (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
6. Dryden Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Joicey Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Grantham Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Elder Grove (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
10. Forster Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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