Crime Rate in Gosforth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gosforth

The total recorded crimes in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in May 2025 are around 44 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gosforth crime rate of 1.31 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 Gosforth, encompassing approximately 33,548 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (-18.75% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Bicycle theft: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Gosforth Crime Hotspots

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

  • Balmoral Terrace with total crimes: 6
  • South Cross Street with total crimes: 4
  • Woodbine Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Gosforth?

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

  • Relative to Newcastle upon Tyne:

    • In 2024, Gosforth demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 721 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Gosforth recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

    • In 2023, Gosforth had fewer crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 918 crimes compared to 1,919. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Gosforth recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Gosforth Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Gosforth has recorded 44 crimes with crime rate of 1.31 ranking 25th out of 25 in the Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

In 2024, the total Gosforth crimes were 721. The crime rate of Gosforth in 2024 was 21.49 (year) or 1.79 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

In 2023, the total crimes in Gosforth were around 918 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.36 (year) or 2.28 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Gosforth)CrimesRank (Gosforth)CrimesRank (Gosforth)
Monument816 111,362 111,023 1
Arthur's Hill279 34,462 23,507 2
Elswick289 23,620 43,370 3
Byker277 43,831 33,299 4
Ouseburn243 52,590 52,750 5
Walkergate172 72,132 62,072 6
Blakelaw190 61,955 82,069 7
Denton & Westerhope139 112,010 71,749 9
Walker153 91,909 91,921 8
Benwell & Scotswood154 81,639 111,494 12
Callerton & Throckley106 141,577 121,580 10
Kingston Park South & Newbiggin Hall153 101,786 101,548 11
West Fenham123 121,470 131,370 14
Kenton112 131,387 141,383 13
Fawdon & West Gosforth104 151,176 171,230 15
Lemington91 171,265 151,048 19
Wingrove51 231,053 181,168 16
Heaton69 191,182 161,063 18
North Jesmond100 16937 201,130 17
Castle76 18970 19628 25
Parklands58 20671 25787 21
Chapel54 22734 21677 24
Manor Park56 21698 23782 22
South Jesmond46 24690 24758 23
Dene & South Gosforth41 26603 26577 26

Gosforth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (8 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 17 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
September 20241
July 20243
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 59 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.54 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20253
March 20256
February 20254
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 202410
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20247

A total of 171 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 202516
March 202513
February 202510
January 202516
December 20248
November 20244
October 20246
September 202415
August 202410
July 20249
June 202440
May 202411

A total of 61 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20254
March 20251
February 20253
January 20254
December 20247
November 20247
October 202411
September 20242
August 20248
July 20245
May 20245

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
August 20242
June 20244

A total of 59 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.54 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20258
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20248
October 20248
September 20245
August 20245
July 20243
June 20248
May 20243

A total of 54 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.15 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20256
March 20257
February 20251
January 20254
December 20245
November 20242
October 20246
September 20242
August 20247
July 20243
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 99 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.62 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20252
March 20257
February 20258
January 20254
December 20249
November 20246
October 20246
September 202413
August 20246
July 202411
June 202412
May 202410

A total of 76 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.85 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20257
February 20254
January 20258
December 20244
November 20248
October 20249
September 20242
August 202410
July 20246
June 202410
May 20242

A total of 44 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 202413
November 20245
October 20243
September 20241
July 20244
June 20244
May 20245

A total of 12 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
October 20242
September 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
December 20241
September 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
July 20243
June 20248
May 20241

High Crime Locations Gosforth in May 2025

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

1. Balmoral Terrace (Map)
Total6
Public order4
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. South Cross Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Woodbine Road (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
4. Broomfield Road (Map)
Total3
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Back High Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
7. Hyde Terrace (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
8. St James Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Rothley Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
10. Windsor Terrace (Map)
Total1
Bicycle theft1

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