Crime Rate in Ryton, Crookhill and Stella: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ryton, Crookhill and Stella

The total recorded crimes in Ryton, Crookhill and Stella, Gateshead, UK in March 2025 are around 79 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ryton, Crookhill and Stella crime rate of 7.48 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 Ryton, Crookhill and Stella, encompassing approximately 10,556 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (116.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (12) incidents (140.00% increase)
Ryton, Crookhill and Stella Crime Hotspots

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

  • Meadowfield Crescent with total crimes: 7
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 5

How safe is Ryton, Crookhill and Stella?

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

  • Relative to Gateshead:

    • In 2024, Ryton, Crookhill and Stella demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Gateshead average, with 826 crimes compared to 1156.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Ryton, Crookhill and Stella recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Ryton, Crookhill and Stella had fewer crimes than the Gateshead average, with 834 crimes compared to 1,143. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Ryton, Crookhill and Stella recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Gateshead, Ryton, Crookhill and Stella has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Ryton, Crookhill and Stella Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Ryton, Crookhill and Stella has recorded 79 crimes with crime rate of 7.48 ranking 10th out of 21 in the Gateshead, UK

In 2024, the total Ryton, Crookhill and Stella crimes were 826. The crime rate of Ryton, Crookhill and Stella in 2024 was 78.24 (year) or 6.52 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Gateshead.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ryton, Crookhill and Stella were around 834 crimes with yearly crime rate of 79.00 (year) or 6.58 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Gateshead.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Gateshead)CrimesRank (Gateshead)CrimesRank (Gateshead)
Bridges269 13,742 13,404 1
High Fell130 21,439 61,711 2
Blaydon116 41,656 21,567 4
Felling89 81,468 31,572 3
Whickham North127 31,448 51,515 5
Dunston and Teams101 51,459 41,508 6
Lamesley94 61,142 91,058 10
Deckham77 121,301 71,148 7
Saltwell90 71,297 81,083 9
Windy Nook and Whitehills71 14978 141,128 8
Birtley83 9980 13876 15
Lobley Hill and Bensham65 171,078 10945 14
Chowdene77 11987 12994 11
Pelaw and Heworth74 131,003 11976 12
Wardley and Leam Lane70 16857 16975 13
Chopwell and Rowlands Gill71 15930 15830 17
Dunston Hill and Whickham East37 21593 19730 18
Low Fell39 18717 18662 19
Winlaton and High Spen37 19521 21479 22
Whickham South and Sunniside37 20531 20583 20
Crawcrook and Greenside35 22476 22570 21

Ryton, Crookhill and Stella Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (28 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (34 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (32 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 181 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202515
January 202514
December 20247
November 20246
October 20249
September 20249
August 202416
July 202417
June 202434
May 202417
April 202416

A total of 236 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202512
January 202520
December 202416
November 202419
October 202413
September 202414
August 202415
July 202425
June 202432
May 202430
April 202414

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20246
September 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 84 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20255
January 20253
December 202412
November 20246
October 20246
September 20246
August 20245
July 20248
June 20248
May 20247
April 20246

A total of 35 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
October 20244
September 20244
August 20242
July 20243
May 20248
April 20243

A total of 48 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20253
December 202412
November 20248
October 20245
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 39 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 202410
November 20244
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 47 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
June 20244
May 20247
April 20247

A total of 119 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 20257
December 20246
November 20244
October 202413
September 202421
August 202428
July 202414
June 20246
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.43 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20255
October 20244
September 20244
August 20245
July 20243
May 20241

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20243
June 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251

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

MonthCount
January 20251
July 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Ryton, Crookhill and Stella in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Ryton, Crookhill and Stella postcode area is presented below.

1. Meadowfield Crescent (Map)
Total7
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting6
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour5
4. Lime Grove (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Whernside Walk (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
6. Fairfields (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Village East (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Clifton Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
9. Inleborough Drive (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Grange Lonnen (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1

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