The total recorded crimes in Dene & South Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in February 2026 are around 1 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dene & South Gosforth crime rate of 0.03 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 Dene & South Gosforth, encompassing approximately 34,740 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Dene & South Gosforth, we need to analyze Dene & South Gosforth crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Newcastle upon Tyne:
In 2024, Dene & South Gosforth demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 603 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Dene & South Gosforth recorded fewer crimes than 25 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.
In 2023, Dene & South Gosforth had fewer crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 577 crimes compared to 1,919. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Dene & South Gosforth recorded fewer crimes than 25 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Newcastle upon Tyne, Dene & South Gosforth has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In 2024, the total Dene & South Gosforth crimes were 603. The crime rate of Dene & South Gosforth in 2024 was 17.36 (year) or 1.45 (month) ranking it 26 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.
In 2023, the total crimes in Dene & South Gosforth were around 577 crimes with yearly crime rate of 16.61 (year) or 1.38 (month) ranking 26 most dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.
| Area | February 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Dene & South Gosforth) | Crimes | Rank (Dene & South Gosforth) | Crimes | Rank (Dene & South Gosforth) | |
| Monument | NA | NA | 11,362 | 1 | 11,023 | 1 |
| Arthur's Hill | NA | NA | 4,462 | 2 | 3,507 | 2 |
| Elswick | NA | NA | 3,620 | 4 | 3,370 | 3 |
| Byker | NA | NA | 3,831 | 3 | 3,299 | 4 |
| Ouseburn | NA | NA | 2,590 | 5 | 2,750 | 5 |
| Walkergate | NA | NA | 2,132 | 6 | 2,072 | 6 |
| Blakelaw | NA | NA | 1,955 | 8 | 2,069 | 7 |
| Denton & Westerhope | NA | NA | 2,010 | 7 | 1,749 | 9 |
| Walker | NA | NA | 1,909 | 9 | 1,921 | 8 |
| Callerton & Throckley | NA | NA | 1,577 | 12 | 1,580 | 10 |
| Kingston Park South & Newbiggin Hall | NA | NA | 1,786 | 10 | 1,548 | 11 |
| Benwell & Scotswood | NA | NA | 1,639 | 11 | 1,494 | 12 |
| Kenton | NA | NA | 1,387 | 14 | 1,383 | 13 |
| West Fenham | NA | NA | 1,470 | 13 | 1,370 | 14 |
| Fawdon & West Gosforth | NA | NA | 1,176 | 17 | 1,230 | 15 |
| Lemington | NA | NA | 1,265 | 15 | 1,048 | 19 |
| Wingrove | NA | NA | 1,053 | 18 | 1,168 | 16 |
| Heaton | NA | NA | 1,182 | 16 | 1,063 | 18 |
| North Jesmond | NA | NA | 937 | 20 | 1,130 | 17 |
| Castle | NA | NA | 970 | 19 | 628 | 25 |
| Gosforth | NA | NA | 721 | 22 | 918 | 20 |
| Parklands | NA | NA | 671 | 25 | 787 | 21 |
| Chapel | NA | NA | 734 | 21 | 677 | 24 |
| Manor Park | NA | NA | 698 | 23 | 782 | 22 |
| South Jesmond | NA | NA | 690 | 24 | 758 | 23 |
In February 2026, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).
December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.
During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).
In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (11 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (10 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (9 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (12 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 (5 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 143 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| January 2026 | 4 |
| December 2025 | 5 |
| November 2025 | 14 |
| October 2025 | 12 |
| September 2025 | 11 |
| August 2025 | 11 |
| July 2025 | 16 |
| June 2025 | 9 |
| May 2025 | 18 |
| April 2025 | 16 |
| March 2025 | 10 |
| February 2025 | 16 |
A total of 60 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 5 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 4 |
| October 2025 | 6 |
| September 2025 | 4 |
| August 2025 | 9 |
| July 2025 | 7 |
| June 2025 | 4 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 4 |
| March 2025 | 5 |
| February 2025 | 8 |
A total of 47 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 3 |
| November 2025 | 5 |
| October 2025 | 6 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 11 |
| July 2025 | 6 |
| June 2025 | 8 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 4 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 48 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 2 |
| December 2025 | 3 |
| November 2025 | 5 |
| October 2025 | 3 |
| September 2025 | 2 |
| August 2025 | 8 |
| July 2025 | 9 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 6 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 2 |
A total of 30 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 4 |
| November 2025 | 3 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 2 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 4 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 4 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
A total of 48 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 2 |
| October 2025 | 3 |
| September 2025 | 4 |
| August 2025 | 3 |
| July 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 10 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 12 |
| March 2025 | 4 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 2 |
| November 2025 | 2 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 2 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 33 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 2 |
| November 2025 | 4 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 5 |
| August 2025 | 2 |
| July 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 4 |
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 38 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.80 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 4 |
| October 2025 | 5 |
| September 2025 | 4 |
| August 2025 | 8 |
| July 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 4 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 4 |
A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Dene & South Gosforth postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |