Crime Rate in Whickham South and Sunniside: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whickham South and Sunniside

The total recorded crimes in Whickham South and Sunniside, Gateshead, UK in July 2025 are around 47 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whickham South and Sunniside crime rate of 2.55 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 Whickham South and Sunniside, encompassing approximately 18,408 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (20) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
Whickham South and Sunniside Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4
  • Gateshead Road with total crimes: 3
  • Fell Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Whickham South and Sunniside?

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

  • Relative to Gateshead:

    • In 2024, Whickham South and Sunniside demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Gateshead average, with 531 crimes compared to 1156.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Whickham South and Sunniside recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

    • In 2023, Whickham South and Sunniside had fewer crimes than the Gateshead average, with 583 crimes compared to 1,143. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Whickham South and Sunniside recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Gateshead, Whickham South and Sunniside has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Whickham South and Sunniside Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Whickham South and Sunniside has recorded 47 crimes with crime rate of 2.55 ranking 18th out of 21 in the Gateshead, UK

In 2024, the total Whickham South and Sunniside crimes were 531. The crime rate of Whickham South and Sunniside in 2024 was 28.85 (year) or 2.40 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Gateshead.

In 2023, the total crimes in Whickham South and Sunniside were around 583 crimes with yearly crime rate of 31.67 (year) or 2.64 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Gateshead.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Whickham South and Sunniside)CrimesRank (Whickham South and Sunniside)CrimesRank (Whickham South and Sunniside)
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
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
Crawcrook and Greenside43 20476 22570 21
Winlaton and High Spen31 22521 21479 22

Whickham South and Sunniside 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 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (14 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (12 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 146 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202520
June 202512
May 202518
April 202510
March 202514
February 20259
January 20259
December 20248
November 20249
October 202415
September 20248
August 202414

A total of 117 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202514
May 202520
April 202515
March 202510
February 20255
January 20258
December 20242
November 202412
October 20249
September 20246
August 20249

A total of 29 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 32 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20256
April 20252
March 20251
February 20253
December 20241
November 20244
October 20246
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
September 20242

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
February 20251
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 38 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
August 20242

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
March 20253
January 20252
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

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

MonthCount
April 20251
November 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Whickham South and Sunniside in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Whickham South and Sunniside postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting1
2. Gateshead Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
3. Fell Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
4. Starling Walk (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Elsdon Court (Map)
Total2
Public order2
6. Deepdale Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Lambley Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Dunnock Drive (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Farm Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2

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