Crime Rate in Marton West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Marton West

The total recorded crimes in Marton West, Middlesbrough, UK in July 2025 are around 27 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Marton West crime rate of 4.75 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 Marton West, encompassing approximately 5,689 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (166.67% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
Marton West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 6
  • Borrowby Rise with total crimes: 3
  • Plantation View with total crimes: 3

How safe is Marton West?

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

  • Relative to Middlesbrough:

    • In 2024, Marton West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Middlesbrough average, with 281 crimes compared to 1598.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Marton West recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 19 other areas in the Middlesbrough.

    • In 2023, Marton West had fewer crimes than the Middlesbrough average, with 260 crimes compared to 1,453. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Marton West recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 19 other areas in the Middlesbrough.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Middlesbrough, Marton West has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Marton West Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Marton West has recorded 27 crimes with crime rate of 4.75 ranking 19th out of 19 in the Middlesbrough, UK

In 2024, the total Marton West crimes were 281. The crime rate of Marton West in 2024 was 49.39 (year) or 4.12 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Middlesbrough.

In 2023, the total crimes in Marton West were around 260 crimes with yearly crime rate of 45.70 (year) or 3.81 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Middlesbrough.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Marton West)CrimesRank (Marton West)CrimesRank (Marton West)
Central582 17,277 15,684 1
Longlands & Beechwood274 23,587 23,197 2
Newport264 32,975 32,971 3
Berwick Hills & Pallister181 42,490 42,456 4
Brambles & Thorntree159 52,411 52,249 5
Park End & Beckfield154 61,866 62,075 6
Hemlington133 71,497 71,611 7
Park127 81,463 81,375 8
Coulby Newham87 111,273 91,140 9
Ayresome107 91,011 111,116 10
North Ormesby95 101,148 101,090 11
Ladgate49 17898 12776 12
Linthorpe64 12560 16569 15
Kader51 15697 14629 13
Acklam50 16782 13603 14
Trimdon53 13491 18433 16
Stainton & Thornton53 14597 15330 17
Marton East37 18496 17301 18
Nunthorpe18 20168 20197 20

Marton West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (4 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (4 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 66 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20254
May 202510
April 20258
March 20257
February 20255
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20245
August 20246

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
March 20251
August 20241

A total of 79 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20253
May 202515
April 20254
March 202510
February 20253
January 20258
December 20247
November 20241
October 20248
September 20243
August 20249

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20252
February 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20244
October 20244
August 20241

A total of 15 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20253
November 20243
October 20242
August 20243

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 19 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
March 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 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

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

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
October 20241

High Crime Locations Marton West in July 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting5
Robbery1
2. Borrowby Rise (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Plantation View (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Gunnergate Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. St Andrews Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Sydney Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Rushmere (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Hawkstone (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
9. Westray (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Hammond Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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