Crime Rate in Castle: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Castle

The total recorded crimes in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in January 2026 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Castle 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 Castle, encompassing approximately 725,437 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (11.11% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (-60.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (-75.00% decrease)
Castle Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ascot Drive with total crimes: 3
  • Brunton Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Bridget Gardens with total crimes: 1

How safe is Castle?

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

  • Relative to Newcastle upon Tyne:

    • In 2024, Castle demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 970 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Castle recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

    • In 2023, Castle had fewer crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 628 crimes compared to 1,919. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Castle recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Castle Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Castle has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 0.00 ranking 20th out of 25 in the Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

In 2024, the total Castle crimes were 970. The crime rate of Castle in 2024 was 20.93 (year) or 1.74 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

In 2023, the total crimes in Castle were around 628 crimes with yearly crime rate of 14.54 (year) or 1.21 (month) ranking 25 most dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Castle)CrimesRank (Castle)CrimesRank (Castle)
Monument282 111,362 111,023 1
Arthur's Hill110 34,462 23,507 2
Byker117 23,831 33,299 4
Elswick69 53,620 43,370 3
Ouseburn80 42,590 52,750 5
Walkergate54 82,132 62,072 6
Blakelaw67 61,955 82,069 7
Denton & Westerhope26 152,010 71,749 9
Walker56 71,909 91,921 8
Kingston Park South & Newbiggin Hall37 91,786 101,548 11
Callerton & Throckley29 141,577 121,580 10
Kenton34 101,387 141,383 13
Benwell & Scotswood29 131,639 111,494 12
Lemington34 111,265 151,048 19
West Fenham33 121,470 131,370 14
Fawdon & West Gosforth24 181,176 171,230 15
Wingrove24 171,053 181,168 16
Heaton21 191,182 161,063 18
North Jesmond26 16937 201,130 17
Gosforth9 26721 22918 20
Parklands10 25671 25787 21
Chapel17 21734 21677 24
Manor Park15 23698 23782 22
South Jesmond17 22690 24758 23
Dene & South Gosforth12 24603 26577 26

Castle Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (10 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Burglary 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 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (34 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 120 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202610
December 20259
November 20257
October 202514
September 202510
August 20253
July 20257
June 202513
May 202512
April 202513
March 20258
February 202514

A total of 296 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20268
December 202520
November 202528
October 202528
September 202532
August 202534
July 202526
June 202534
May 202535
April 202515
March 202525
February 202511

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20253
October 20251
August 20251
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251

A total of 58 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20258
November 20258
October 20254
September 20256
August 20253
July 20258
June 20254
May 20256
April 20255
March 20253
February 20251

A total of 47 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20252
October 20258
September 20253
August 20255
July 20258
June 20255
May 20255
April 20253
March 20255
February 20252

A total of 33 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20254
October 202514
September 20253
August 20251
July 20252
June 20251
May 20254
April 20252

A total of 34 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 50 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.56 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20253
October 202526
September 202510
August 20251
July 20251
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20254
October 20251
September 20252
July 20252
June 20255
April 20251
March 20254
February 20252

A total of 29 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.22 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
October 20252
August 20254
July 20251
June 20252
May 20256
April 20258
March 20253
February 20252

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
July 20251

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20253
June 20251
February 20251

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
June 20251
May 20252

High Crime Locations Castle in January 2026

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

1. Ascot Drive (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
2. Brunton Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Bridget Gardens (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Heron Crescent (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Courtney Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Shannon Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Hersham Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Laleham Court (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
9. Windsor Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Comma Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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