Crime Rate in Saltwell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Saltwell

The total recorded crimes in Saltwell, Gateshead, UK in July 2025 are around 115 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Saltwell crime rate of 2.46 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 Saltwell, encompassing approximately 46,837 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (43) incidents (30.30% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (18) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (13) incidents (44.44% increase)
Saltwell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bensham Avenue with total crimes: 9
  • Camborne Grove with total crimes: 7
  • Trevethick Street with total crimes: 5

How safe is Saltwell?

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

  • Relative to Gateshead:

    • In 2024, Saltwell reported a higher crime volume than the Gateshead average, with 1,297 crimes compared to 1,156. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Saltwell witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

    • In 2023, Saltwell had fewer crimes than the Gateshead average, with 1,083 crimes compared to 1,143. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Saltwell witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Gateshead, Saltwell has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Saltwell Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Saltwell has recorded 115 crimes with crime rate of 2.46 ranking 5th out of 21 in the Gateshead, UK

In 2024, the total Saltwell crimes were 1,297. The crime rate of Saltwell in 2024 was 27.69 (year) or 2.31 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Gateshead.

In 2023, the total crimes in Saltwell were around 1,083 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.12 (year) or 1.93 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Gateshead.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Saltwell)CrimesRank (Saltwell)CrimesRank (Saltwell)
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
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
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

Saltwell 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 43 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (34 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 375 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 31.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 43 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202543
June 202533
May 202527
April 202530
March 202534
February 202533
January 202521
December 202419
November 202432
October 202432
September 202436
August 202435

A total of 66 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20254
May 20258
April 20251
March 20254
February 20255
January 20254
December 20244
November 202413
October 20244
September 20245
August 20245

A total of 52 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.73 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20253
May 20256
April 20256
March 20257
February 20254
January 20253
November 20245
October 20245
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 177 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 202515
May 202513
April 202514
March 202516
February 202512
January 20256
December 202418
November 20247
October 202421
September 202417
August 202420

A total of 92 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 20259
May 20257
April 20258
March 20255
February 20257
January 20257
December 20249
November 20244
October 20247
September 20248
August 20248

A total of 32 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20253
April 20256
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 74 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20256
May 202510
April 20251
March 20258
February 20257
January 20255
December 20245
November 20248
October 20246
September 20245
August 20245

A total of 87 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20258
May 20257
April 202511
March 202513
February 20259
January 20258
December 20242
November 20248
October 20244
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 9 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 53 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20256
May 20255
April 20258
March 20252
February 20253
January 20258
November 20241
October 20245
September 202410
August 20244

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
February 20251
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
January 20251
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20244
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Saltwell in July 2025

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

1. Bensham Avenue (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Theft from the person1
2. Camborne Grove (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Trevethick Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Bicycle theft1
Vehicle crime1
4. Brunel Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
5. Westfield Terrace (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
6. Brighton Road (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Saltwell Street (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Barry Street (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Fern Dene Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2
10. Kelvin Grove (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1

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