Crime Rate in Blakelaw: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blakelaw

The total recorded crimes in Blakelaw, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in January 2026 are around 67 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blakelaw crime rate of 2.68 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 Blakelaw, encompassing approximately 24,978 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (45) incidents (-11.76% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (-87.50% decrease)
  • Other theft: (6) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
Blakelaw Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 21
  • Elvaston Crescent with total crimes: 6
  • Murrayfield Road with total crimes: 6

How safe is Blakelaw?

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

  • Relative to Newcastle upon Tyne:

    • In 2024, Blakelaw demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 1955 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Blakelaw witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

    • In 2023, Blakelaw experienced a greater number of crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 2,069 crimes compared to 1,919. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Blakelaw witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Newcastle upon Tyne, Blakelaw has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Blakelaw Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Blakelaw has recorded 67 crimes with crime rate of 2.68 ranking 6th out of 25 in the Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

In 2024, the total Blakelaw crimes were 1,955. The crime rate of Blakelaw in 2024 was 78.27 (year) or 6.52 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blakelaw were around 2,069 crimes with yearly crime rate of 82.83 (year) or 6.90 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Blakelaw)CrimesRank (Blakelaw)CrimesRank (Blakelaw)
Monument282 111,362 111,023 1
Arthur's Hill110 34,462 23,507 2
Byker117 23,831 33,299 4
Elswick69 53,620 43,370 3
Ouseburn80 42,590 52,750 5
Walkergate54 82,132 62,072 6
Denton & Westerhope26 152,010 71,749 9
Walker56 71,909 91,921 8
Kingston Park South & Newbiggin Hall37 91,786 101,548 11
Callerton & Throckley29 141,577 121,580 10
Kenton34 101,387 141,383 13
Benwell & Scotswood29 131,639 111,494 12
Lemington34 111,265 151,048 19
West Fenham33 121,470 131,370 14
Fawdon & West Gosforth24 181,176 171,230 15
Wingrove24 171,053 181,168 16
Heaton21 191,182 161,063 18
North Jesmond26 16937 201,130 17
Castle21 20970 19628 25
Gosforth9 26721 22918 20
Parklands10 25671 25787 21
Chapel17 21734 21677 24
Manor Park15 23698 23782 22
South Jesmond17 22690 24758 23
Dene & South Gosforth12 24603 26577 26

Blakelaw Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (45 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 64 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 51 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (43 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

In October 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (61 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (48 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (59 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (39 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (71 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (41 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 76 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (64 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (48 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (68 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (35 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (71 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (63 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (63 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (51 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 53 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 43 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 548 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 45.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 63 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202645
December 202551
November 202543
October 202561
September 202539
August 202541
July 202528
June 202548
May 202535
April 202563
March 202551
February 202543

A total of 97 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.08 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20266
December 20257
November 20254
October 20258
September 202511
August 202516
July 20259
June 20258
May 20253
April 20255
March 202510
February 202510

A total of 132 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 202514
November 20259
October 20257
September 202516
August 202513
July 202517
June 20254
May 20258
April 202516
March 202514
February 202513

A total of 173 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.42 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20266
December 202527
November 202513
October 202512
September 202525
August 202516
July 20256
June 202515
May 202522
April 202510
March 202512
February 20259

A total of 679 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 56.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20268
December 202564
November 202534
October 202548
September 202559
August 202571
July 202576
June 202564
May 202568
April 202571
March 202563
February 202553

A total of 82 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.83 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 202513
November 202512
October 202514
September 20257
August 202511
July 20256
June 20251
May 20255
April 20253
March 20256
February 20253

A total of 58 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20258
November 20252
October 20254
September 20253
August 20257
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
April 202515
March 20255
February 20257

A total of 118 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.73 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20257
November 20257
October 20258
September 202520
August 202510
July 202516
June 202511
May 202520
April 20255
March 202511
February 20253

A total of 124 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.27 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 202513
November 20257
October 20253
September 20255
August 202520
July 202511
June 20255
May 202515
April 202529
March 202513
February 20253

A total of 12 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20253
September 20251
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252

A total of 45 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20255
October 20256
September 20256
August 20255
June 20259
May 20251
April 20257
March 20253
February 20252

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20253
September 20251
August 20251
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20253
September 20251
July 20251
April 20251

A total of 15 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
September 20253
August 20251
June 20253
May 20257

High Crime Locations Blakelaw in January 2026

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total21
Anti-social behaviour21
2. Elvaston Crescent (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft3
3. Murrayfield Road (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Shipton Lane (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour6
5. Monroe Place (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
6. Matlock Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
7. Hillsleigh Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Moorhead Mews (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Blakemoor Place (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
10. West Farm Mews (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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