Crime Rate in Kenton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kenton

The total recorded crimes in Kenton, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in July 2025 are around 99 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kenton 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 Kenton, encompassing approximately 97,799 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (37) incidents (15.62% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (13) incidents (30.00% increase)
Kenton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Columbia Grange with total crimes: 8
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 7
  • Somersby Drive with total crimes: 4

How safe is Kenton?

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

  • Relative to Newcastle upon Tyne:

    • In 2024, Kenton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 1387 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Kenton recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

    • In 2023, Kenton had fewer crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 1,383 crimes compared to 1,919. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Kenton witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Kenton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Kenton has recorded 99 crimes with crime rate of 1.01 ranking 15th out of 25 in the Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

In 2024, the total Kenton crimes were 1,387. The crime rate of Kenton in 2024 was 14.18 (year) or 1.18 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kenton were around 1,383 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.84 (year) or 1.74 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Kenton)CrimesRank (Kenton)CrimesRank (Kenton)
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
Blakelaw176 71,955 82,069 7
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
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

Kenton 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 37 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (30 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (46 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (26 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (51 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (42 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (26 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (24 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (27 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 116 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202510
May 202513
April 202511
March 20257
February 20256
January 20254
December 202412
November 20245
October 202412
September 202414
August 20249

A total of 70 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20253
May 20255
April 20255
March 20254
February 20252
January 20254
December 20247
November 202410
October 202410
September 20248
August 20244

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241

A total of 87 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20257
May 20251
April 20256
March 202510
February 20255
January 20256
December 20247
November 202410
October 20249
September 20247
August 202413

A total of 463 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 38.58 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 51 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202537
June 202532
May 202540
April 202546
March 202540
February 202535
January 202551
December 202444
November 202436
October 202442
September 202432
August 202428

A total of 245 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.42 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202521
May 202530
April 202526
March 202514
February 202518
January 202510
December 202412
November 202416
October 202426
September 202424
August 202427

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 49 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20257
May 20259
April 202510
March 20256
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 35 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
January 20255
December 20242
November 20248
October 20246
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 48 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20254
March 20255
February 20251
January 20255
December 202410
November 20245
September 20245
August 20247

A total of 88 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20259
May 20256
April 20256
March 20257
February 20253
January 20255
December 20245
November 20248
October 20248
September 20249
August 202421

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
December 20242
November 20242

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20252
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Kenton in July 2025

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

1. Columbia Grange (Map)
Total8
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting3
Criminal damage and arson2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Somersby Drive (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other crime1
Public order1
4. Kirkwood Drive (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
5. Ambridge Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Public order1
6. Shandon Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
7. Redland Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Brodrick Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Balmain Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
10. Hartburn Walk (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1

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