Benwell & Scotswood Crime Intelligence
Comprehensive safety analysis for Benwell & Scotswood, localized within Newcastle upon Tyne.
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Deveval Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 8Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 9 |
| On or near Cohort Place Map | Violence and sexual offences: 4Other theft: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 6 |
| On or near Howlett Hall Road Map | Shoplifting: 3Robbery: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Thorndale Road Map | Anti-social behaviour: 4 | 4 |
| On or near Broadmead Way Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Greenside Crescent Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Vehicle crime: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Castlenook Place Map | Vehicle crime: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Shafto Street Map | Criminal damage and arson: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Bankside Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Atkinson Road Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 1 |
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Anti-social behaviour (ASB) around Adelaide Terrace and People’s Kitchen which has seen an increase in street vagrancy, and we have seen a increase in ASB and associated crimes in the area
Issued: 28 Jan 2026
Status Update
We have increased patrols in the area and are using a problem-solving approach to understand the underlying causes of the issues. They are working closely with partner agencies to deliver a joined-up response and develop a long-term, sustainable solution.
Actioned: 1 Apr 2026
Increase in anti-social behaviour and crime in the New Mills Estate, including the multi-storey tower blocks
Issued: 28 Jan 2026
Status Update
EPIC West team along with the neighbourhood team are increasing patrols in in the problem areas. They are also focusing on a problem solving approach around individuals and locations which have been identified as hot spot areas. Where appropriate they are working with partners to tackle the problems to bring about a long term sustainable solution.
Actioned: 1 Apr 2026
Sale of illegal cigarettes and vapes in the West End of Newcastle. The associated premises are a cause of anti-social behaviour and related crime and pose a public health risk to the communities across the West End
Issued: 28 Jan 2026
Status Update
Working with Trading Standards and other government agencies, we are taking a coordinated multi-agency approach to tackle the issue, closing non-compliant premises and prosecuting those responsible.
Actioned: 1 Apr 2026
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