Crime Rate in Dene & South Gosforth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Dene & South Gosforth

The total recorded crimes in Dene & South Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in March 2025 are around 35 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dene & South Gosforth crime rate of 1.01 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 Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (-37.50% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (-37.50% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Dene & South Gosforth Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 7
  • Gallalaw Terrace with total crimes: 4
  • The Cloisters with total crimes: 2

How safe is Dene & South Gosforth?

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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.

Dene & South Gosforth Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Dene & South Gosforth has recorded 35 crimes with crime rate of 1.01 ranking 26th out of 25 in the Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Newcastle upon Tyne)CrimesRank (Newcastle upon Tyne)CrimesRank (Newcastle upon Tyne)
Monument849 111,362 111,023 1
Arthur's Hill288 34,462 23,507 2
Elswick304 23,620 43,370 3
Byker281 43,831 33,299 4
Ouseburn208 52,590 52,750 5
Walkergate172 72,132 62,072 6
Blakelaw188 61,955 82,069 7
Denton & Westerhope136 92,010 71,749 9
Walker122 111,909 91,921 8
Kingston Park South & Newbiggin Hall160 81,786 101,548 11
Callerton & Throckley103 141,577 121,580 10
Benwell & Scotswood124 101,639 111,494 12
Fawdon & West Gosforth114 121,176 171,230 15
Kenton95 151,387 141,383 13
West Fenham111 131,470 131,370 14
Lemington67 171,265 151,048 19
Wingrove89 161,053 181,168 16
Heaton60 191,182 161,063 18
North Jesmond62 18937 201,130 17
Castle52 20970 19628 25
Gosforth46 22721 22918 20
Parklands38 25671 25787 21
Chapel40 24734 21677 24
South Jesmond51 21690 24758 23
Manor Park44 23698 23782 22

Dene & South Gosforth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Bicycle theft incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 43 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20256
December 20244
November 20242
October 20246
September 20243
August 20243
June 20246
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 37 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20242
October 20246
September 20242
August 20245
July 20245
June 20242
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 64 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20247
October 20244
September 20243
August 20243
July 20247
June 202420
May 20243
April 20248

A total of 173 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202516
January 202513
December 202410
November 202413
October 202412
September 202416
August 202414
July 202415
June 202422
May 202413
April 202419

A total of 99 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20258
January 20254
December 20246
November 20244
October 202418
September 202411
August 20245
July 20243
June 202420
May 20249
April 20246

A total of 42 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
December 202414
November 20245
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241
July 20247
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 39 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
October 20245
September 20245
August 20241
July 20244
June 20246
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 46 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20256
December 20249
November 20241
October 20243
September 20248
August 20245
July 20243
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
August 20241
July 20241
April 20243

A total of 25 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.57 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20257
December 20242
November 20246
October 20242
June 20246
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
July 20242

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20242
June 20242

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Dene & South Gosforth in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Dene & South Gosforth postcode area is presented below.

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting2
Other theft1
Public order1
2. Gallalaw Terrace (Map)
Total4
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson2
3. The Cloisters (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Alnmouth Drive (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
5. Honister Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Park Head Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
7. Manor Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Cumberland Walk (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Cleveland Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Vicars' Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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