Crime Rate in Lemington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lemington

The total recorded crimes in Lemington, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in March 2025 are around 67 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lemington crime rate of 3.16 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 Lemington, encompassing approximately 21,212 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (-43.24% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (-52.63% decrease)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
Lemington Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bells Close with total crimes: 7
  • Eldon Road with total crimes: 3
  • Farnham Street with total crimes: 3

How safe is Lemington?

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

  • Relative to Newcastle upon Tyne:

    • In 2024, Lemington demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 1265 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lemington recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Lemington had fewer crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 1,048 crimes compared to 1,919. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lemington recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Lemington Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Lemington has recorded 67 crimes with crime rate of 3.16 ranking 17th out of 25 in the Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

In 2024, the total Lemington crimes were 1,265. The crime rate of Lemington in 2024 was 59.63 (year) or 4.97 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lemington were around 1,048 crimes with yearly crime rate of 49.40 (year) or 4.12 (month) ranking 19 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
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 Gosforth35 26603 26577 26

Lemington Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (21 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 37 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (26 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (34 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (30 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 40 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 25 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (56 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (52 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (45 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (28 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (26 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 136 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 202512
January 20254
December 202413
November 20247
October 202417
September 20249
August 20248
July 202410
June 202424
May 202410
April 202418

A total of 329 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202538
January 202527
December 202430
November 202430
October 202426
September 202415
August 202414
July 202425
June 202452
May 202428
April 202426

A total of 85 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20258
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20247
July 202416
June 202418
May 20246
April 202412

A total of 358 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 29.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202537
January 20259
December 20245
November 202419
October 202436
September 202434
August 202430
July 202440
June 202456
May 202445
April 202426

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20241
November 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 49 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
December 20244
November 20247
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241
July 20245
June 202410
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 61 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20256
December 20245
November 20246
October 20243
September 20244
August 20248
July 20247
June 20246
May 20249
April 20244

A total of 34 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20245
October 20241
August 20244
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 28 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20245
August 20243
July 20244
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 108 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20257
January 20254
December 20243
November 20245
October 20248
September 20243
August 202411
July 202418
June 20248
May 202414
April 202420

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
June 20242

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

MonthCount
August 20242
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Lemington in March 2025

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

1. Bells Close (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting7
2. Eldon Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
3. Farnham Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
4. Malvern Court (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other theft1
5. Greenfinch Way (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
6. St George'S Terrace (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
7. Aldeburgh Avenue (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Valley View (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Johnson Street (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1

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