Crime Rate in Denton & Westerhope: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Denton & Westerhope

The total recorded crimes in Denton & Westerhope, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in February 2026 are around 1 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Denton & Westerhope 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 Denton & Westerhope, encompassing approximately 32,940 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (1) incidents (-85.71% decrease)
Denton & Westerhope Crime Hotspots

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

  • Harle Close with total crimes: 1

How safe is Denton & Westerhope?

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

  • Relative to Newcastle upon Tyne:

    • In 2024, Denton & Westerhope demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 2010 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Denton & Westerhope witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

    • In 2023, Denton & Westerhope had fewer crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 1,749 crimes compared to 1,919. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Denton & Westerhope witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Denton & Westerhope Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Denton & Westerhope crimes were 2,010. The crime rate of Denton & Westerhope in 2024 was 61.02 (year) or 5.08 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

In 2023, the total crimes in Denton & Westerhope were around 1,749 crimes with yearly crime rate of 53.10 (year) or 4.42 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Denton & Westerhope)CrimesRank (Denton & Westerhope)CrimesRank (Denton & Westerhope)
MonumentNA NA11,362 111,023 1
Arthur's HillNA NA4,462 23,507 2
ElswickNA NA3,620 43,370 3
BykerNA NA3,831 33,299 4
OuseburnNA NA2,590 52,750 5
WalkergateNA NA2,132 62,072 6
BlakelawNA NA1,955 82,069 7
WalkerNA NA1,909 91,921 8
Callerton & ThrockleyNA NA1,577 121,580 10
Kingston Park South & Newbiggin HallNA NA1,786 101,548 11
Benwell & ScotswoodNA NA1,639 111,494 12
KentonNA NA1,387 141,383 13
West FenhamNA NA1,470 131,370 14
Fawdon & West GosforthNA NA1,176 171,230 15
LemingtonNA NA1,265 151,048 19
WingroveNA NA1,053 181,168 16
HeatonNA NA1,182 161,063 18
North JesmondNA NA937 201,130 17
CastleNA NA970 19628 25
GosforthNA NA721 22918 20
ParklandsNA NA671 25787 21
ChapelNA NA734 21677 24
Manor ParkNA NA698 23782 22
South JesmondNA NA690 24758 23
Dene & South GosforthNA NA603 26577 26

Denton & Westerhope Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In February 2026, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 41 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (49 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (50 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (37 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (49 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (27 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (52 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (48 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (54 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (26 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (22 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (49 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 41 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 512 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 39.38 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20267
December 202541
November 202549
October 202550
September 202549
August 202552
July 202535
June 202548
May 202554
April 202536
March 202549
February 202541

A total of 164 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 202511
November 202518
October 202519
September 202522
August 202513
July 20257
June 20259
May 202526
April 202512
March 202512
February 202511

A total of 216 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 18.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20266
December 202513
November 202513
October 202537
September 202527
August 202515
July 202513
June 202516
May 202517
April 202516
March 202522
February 202521

A total of 67 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.09 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20256
November 20257
October 20253
September 202512
August 20257
July 20258
June 20258
May 20254
April 20254
March 20256

A total of 115 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.58 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20258
November 202510
October 202514
September 202516
August 20258
July 202511
June 202520
May 20257
April 20257
March 20256
February 20253

A total of 53 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20252
November 20255
October 202510
September 202510
August 20256
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20252
March 20257
February 20254

A total of 38 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20254
November 20254
October 20253
September 20255
August 20255
July 20252
June 20256
May 20251
April 20255
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 177 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 16.09 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 202514
November 202522
October 202512
September 202518
August 202516
July 202517
June 202510
May 202512
April 202522
March 202515
February 202519

A total of 20 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20254
November 20252
October 20252
September 20251
August 20252
July 20253
June 20251
March 20255

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
September 20253
August 20251

A total of 42 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20254
November 20254
September 20251
August 20251
July 20251
May 20257
April 20259
March 20258
February 20257

A total of 65 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.91 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20256
October 20259
September 202513
August 20257
July 20258
June 20254
May 20257
April 20254
March 20253
February 20252

A total of 16 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20256
August 20253
July 20252
May 20252
March 20252

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
September 20251
June 20251
February 20252

High Crime Locations Denton & Westerhope in February 2026

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

1. Harle Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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