Crime Rate in Blakelaw: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blakelaw

The total recorded crimes in Blakelaw, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in July 2025 are around 176 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blakelaw crime rate of 7.05 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (76) incidents (18.75% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (28) incidents (-41.67% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (17) incidents (325.00% increase)
Blakelaw Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 12
  • Brieryside with total crimes: 11
  • Hillsleigh Road with total crimes: 9

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 July 2025 the Blakelaw has recorded 176 crimes with crime rate of 7.05 ranking 7th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Blakelaw)CrimesRank (Blakelaw)CrimesRank (Blakelaw)
Monument756 111,362 111,023 1
Arthur's Hill304 34,462 23,507 2
Elswick313 23,620 43,370 3
Byker261 43,831 33,299 4
Ouseburn231 52,590 52,750 5
Walkergate167 82,132 62,072 6
Walker193 61,909 91,921 8
Denton & Westerhope109 142,010 71,749 9
Kingston Park South & Newbiggin Hall150 91,786 101,548 11
Callerton & Throckley122 111,577 121,580 10
Benwell & Scotswood129 101,639 111,494 12
Fawdon & West Gosforth120 121,176 171,230 15
Kenton99 151,387 141,383 13
West Fenham112 131,470 131,370 14
Lemington82 171,265 151,048 19
Wingrove82 181,053 181,168 16
Heaton97 161,182 161,063 18
North Jesmond59 22937 201,130 17
Castle62 21970 19628 25
Manor Park80 19698 23782 22
Gosforth47 25721 22918 20
South Jesmond63 20690 24758 23
Parklands39 26671 25787 21
Chapel53 24734 21677 24
Dene & South Gosforth57 23603 26577 26

Blakelaw 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 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.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (68 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (55 cases).

December 2024 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 34 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (57 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (34 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (34 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (34 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 43 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20251
May 20255
April 20253
March 20256
February 20253
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20248
August 20241

A total of 685 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 57.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202576
June 202564
May 202568
April 202571
March 202563
February 202553
January 202568
December 202464
November 202434
October 202457
September 202434
August 202433

A total of 131 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.92 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 202511
May 202520
April 20255
March 202511
February 20253
January 20258
December 202416
November 202410
October 20247
September 202417
August 20247

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
December 20243
November 20243
September 20243

A total of 175 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202517
June 20254
May 20258
April 202516
March 202514
February 202513
January 202512
December 202417
November 20244
October 202419
September 202421
August 202430

A total of 472 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 39.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 63 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202548
May 202535
April 202563
March 202551
February 202543
January 202555
December 202434
November 202420
October 202434
September 202434
August 202427

A total of 170 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 202515
May 202522
April 202510
March 202512
February 20259
January 202510
December 202412
November 202420
October 202418
September 202420
August 202416

A total of 101 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20258
May 20253
April 20255
March 202510
February 202510
January 20254
December 20249
November 202418
October 20249
September 20246
August 202410

A total of 132 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20255
May 202515
April 202529
March 202513
February 20253
January 20257
December 20249
November 202415
October 20243
September 202413
August 20249

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

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
January 20251
September 20241

A total of 6 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
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
August 20241

A total of 74 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
April 202515
March 20255
February 20257
January 202513
December 20245
November 20248
October 20243
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 24 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
June 20253
May 20257
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 47 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20259
May 20251
April 20257
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20248
October 20244
September 20247
August 20241

High Crime Locations Blakelaw in July 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences6
Robbery3
Shoplifting3
2. Brieryside (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting6
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
3. Hillsleigh Road (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour3
4. Wansfell Avenue (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Other theft3
5. Eastern Way (Map)
Total8
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Moor Head (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
Other crime1
7. Moor Lane (Map)
Total6
Other crime3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Moulton Place (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Highland Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
10. Harehills Avenue (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6

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