Crime Rate in Blakelaw: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blakelaw

The total recorded crimes in Blakelaw, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in March 2025 are around 188 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blakelaw crime rate of 7.53 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 Blakelaw, encompassing approximately 24,978 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (63) incidents (18.87% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (51) incidents (18.60% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (14) incidents (7.69% increase)
Blakelaw Crime Hotspots

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

  • Moor Lane with total crimes: 12
  • Wansfell Avenue with total crimes: 12
  • Middle Garth with total crimes: 9

How safe is Blakelaw?

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

  • Relative to Newcastle upon Tyne:

    • In 2024, Blakelaw demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 1955 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Blakelaw witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Blakelaw experienced a greater number of crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 2,069 crimes compared to 1,919. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Blakelaw witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Blakelaw Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Blakelaw has recorded 188 crimes with crime rate of 7.53 ranking 6th out of 25 in the Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

In 2024, the total Blakelaw crimes were 1,955. The crime rate of Blakelaw in 2024 was 78.27 (year) or 6.52 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blakelaw were around 2,069 crimes with yearly crime rate of 82.83 (year) or 6.90 (month) ranking 7 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
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 Gosforth35 26603 26577 26

Blakelaw Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (63 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (51 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 53 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 43 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (68 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (55 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 64 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 34 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (57 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (34 incidents).

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

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 54 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 33 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (136 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (44 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (43 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (39 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (48 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (34 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 448 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 37.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 55 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202551
February 202543
January 202555
December 202434
November 202420
October 202434
September 202434
August 202427
July 202433
June 202444
May 202439
April 202434

A total of 110 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20253
January 20257
December 20249
November 202415
October 20243
September 202413
August 20249
July 20242
June 202428
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 687 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 57.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 136 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202563
February 202553
January 202568
December 202464
November 202434
October 202457
September 202434
August 202433
July 202454
June 2024136
May 202443
April 202448

A total of 209 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20259
January 202510
December 202412
November 202420
October 202418
September 202420
August 202416
July 202415
June 202440
May 202417
April 202420

A total of 170 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202513
January 202512
December 202417
November 20244
October 202419
September 202421
August 202430
July 202412
June 20244
May 20249
April 202415

A total of 67 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20257
January 202513
December 20245
November 20248
October 20243
September 20247
August 20244
July 20242
June 20242
May 20248
April 20243

A total of 43 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20248
August 20241
June 20248
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 119 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.92 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20253
January 20258
December 202416
November 202410
October 20247
September 202417
August 20247
July 20248
June 20248
May 202411
April 202413

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20248
October 20244
September 20247
August 20241
July 20244
June 20244
April 20242

A total of 127 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.58 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202510
January 20254
December 20249
November 202418
October 20249
September 20246
August 202410
July 202411
June 202414
May 202418
April 20248

A total of 11 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 23 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20243
November 20243
September 20243
June 20242

High Crime Locations Blakelaw in March 2025

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

1. Moor Lane (Map)
Total12
Anti-social behaviour6
Vehicle crime3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Wansfell Avenue (Map)
Total12
Anti-social behaviour6
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Middle Garth (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Vehicle crime3
4. Brieryside (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Shoplifting2
Public order1
5. Springfield Road (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences4
6. Moulton Place (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting5
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Elvaston Crescent (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson3
Shoplifting3
8. Ashover Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Petrol Station (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Shoplifting3
10. Highland Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6

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