Crime Rate in Pelaw and Heworth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Pelaw and Heworth

The total recorded crimes in Pelaw and Heworth, Gateshead, UK in July 2025 are around 70 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pelaw and Heworth crime rate of 5.32 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 Pelaw and Heworth, encompassing approximately 13,147 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (23.81% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (11) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (11) incidents (83.33% increase)
Pelaw and Heworth Crime Hotspots

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

  • Dunn Court with total crimes: 9
  • Whinshaw with total crimes: 5
  • Lauder Way with total crimes: 4

How safe is Pelaw and Heworth?

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

  • Relative to Gateshead:

    • In 2024, Pelaw and Heworth demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Gateshead average, with 1003 crimes compared to 1156.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Pelaw and Heworth witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

    • In 2023, Pelaw and Heworth had fewer crimes than the Gateshead average, with 976 crimes compared to 1,143. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Pelaw and Heworth recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Pelaw and Heworth Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Pelaw and Heworth has recorded 70 crimes with crime rate of 5.32 ranking 16th out of 21 in the Gateshead, UK

In 2024, the total Pelaw and Heworth crimes were 1,003. The crime rate of Pelaw and Heworth in 2024 was 76.29 (year) or 6.36 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Gateshead.

In 2023, the total crimes in Pelaw and Heworth were around 976 crimes with yearly crime rate of 74.24 (year) or 6.19 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Gateshead.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Pelaw and Heworth)CrimesRank (Pelaw and Heworth)CrimesRank (Pelaw and Heworth)
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
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
Dunston Hill and Whickham East40 21593 19730 18
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

Pelaw and Heworth 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 26 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 (21 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 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 (31 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (24 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 117 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20258
May 20259
April 202512
March 202510
February 20253
January 202513
December 20248
November 202410
October 20247
September 20246
August 202424

A total of 269 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.42 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202526
June 202521
May 202518
April 202520
March 202531
February 202526
January 202523
December 202419
November 202417
October 202423
September 202428
August 202417

A total of 118 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202511
May 202511
April 20258
March 202510
February 20257
January 20257
December 202410
November 20248
October 202416
September 202410
August 20249

A total of 36 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20255
April 20253
March 20253
February 20252
January 20254
December 20245
October 20241
September 20241
August 20247

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20253
April 20252
March 20256
February 20251
January 20256
December 20244
November 20241
October 20245
September 20246
August 20243

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20255
May 20255
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253
November 20242
October 20244
September 20248
August 20244

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

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 72 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20256
May 20254
April 20254
March 20255
February 20254
January 20255
December 20241
November 20246
October 20249
September 202412
August 20245

A total of 67 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20258
April 20251
March 20252
February 20257
January 20255
December 20242
November 202415
October 202412
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241

High Crime Locations Pelaw and Heworth in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Pelaw and Heworth postcode area is presented below.

1. Dunn Court (Map)
Total9
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
2. Whinshaw (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
3. Lauder Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
4. High Lanes (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
5. Fallowfeld (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Grange Crescent (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Reay Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Hartforth Crescent (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Morven Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Portland Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

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