Crime Rate in Winlaton and High Spen: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Winlaton and High Spen

The total recorded crimes in Winlaton and High Spen, Gateshead, UK in January 2026 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Winlaton and High Spen crime rate of 2.92 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 Winlaton and High Spen, encompassing approximately 7,187 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Other crime: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Winlaton and High Spen Crime Hotspots

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

  • West Street with total crimes: 4
  • Coldstream Drive with total crimes: 2
  • Ramsay Street with total crimes: 2

How safe is Winlaton and High Spen?

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

  • Relative to Gateshead:

    • In 2024, Winlaton and High Spen demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Gateshead average, with 521 crimes compared to 1156.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Winlaton and High Spen recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

    • In 2023, Winlaton and High Spen had fewer crimes than the Gateshead average, with 479 crimes compared to 1,143. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Winlaton and High Spen recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 21 other areas in the Gateshead.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Gateshead, Winlaton and High Spen has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Winlaton and High Spen Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Winlaton and High Spen has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 2.92 ranking 13th out of 21 in the Gateshead, UK

In 2024, the total Winlaton and High Spen crimes were 521. The crime rate of Winlaton and High Spen in 2024 was 72.49 (year) or 6.04 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Gateshead.

In 2023, the total crimes in Winlaton and High Spen were around 479 crimes with yearly crime rate of 66.65 (year) or 5.55 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Gateshead.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Winlaton and High Spen)CrimesRank (Winlaton and High Spen)CrimesRank (Winlaton and High Spen)
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
Chopwell and Rowlands Gill21 14930 15830 17
Dunston Hill and Whickham East7 22593 19730 18
Low Fell15 19717 18662 19
Whickham South and Sunniside16 18531 20583 20
Crawcrook and Greenside12 21476 22570 21

Winlaton and High Spen Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (7 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (10 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (22 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences 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 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20252
November 20252
October 20253
September 20256
August 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252

A total of 109 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20267
December 20256
November 202510
October 202512
September 20255
August 202516
July 20256
June 20252
May 20258
April 202510
March 202522
February 20255

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.14 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20254
November 20254
October 20254
September 20255
July 20251
February 20252

A total of 38 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 119 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.92 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20255
November 20254
October 202516
September 20259
August 20256
July 202512
June 202514
May 202511
April 202513
March 202510
February 202514

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

MonthCount
December 20251

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

MonthCount
December 20251

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20252
August 20251
July 20251
May 20252
April 20254

A total of 30 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20254
October 20253
September 20253
August 20253
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20256
February 20252

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
August 20254
July 20251
June 20251
April 20252

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

MonthCount
September 20251

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

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251

High Crime Locations Winlaton and High Spen in January 2026

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Winlaton and High Spen postcode area is presented below.

1. West Street (Map)
Total4
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Coldstream Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Ramsay Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
4. Meldon Way (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
5. Scotland Head (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
6. Buttermere Crescent (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Ullswater Crescent (Map)
Total1
Public order1
8. Parkland Avenue (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
9. Parkhead Gardens (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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