Crime Rate in Gosforth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gosforth

The total recorded crimes in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in January 2026 are around 9 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gosforth crime rate of 0.27 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 Jan were:

  • Other theft: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (2) incidents (-66.67% decrease)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (-60.00% decrease)
Gosforth Crime Hotspots

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

  • Balmoral Terrace with total crimes: 2
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 1
  • South Cross Street with total crimes: 1

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 January 2026 the Gosforth has recorded 9 crimes with crime rate of 0.27 ranking 26th 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.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Gosforth)CrimesRank (Gosforth)CrimesRank (Gosforth)
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
Castle21 20970 19628 25
Parklands10 25671 25787 21
Chapel17 21734 21677 24
Manor Park15 23698 23782 22
South Jesmond17 22690 24758 23
Dene & South Gosforth12 24603 26577 26

Gosforth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (2 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

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.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20253
November 20254
October 20251
September 20255
August 20252
July 20254
June 20253
May 20254
April 20258
March 20253
February 20252

A total of 156 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20256
November 202518
October 202515
September 202510
August 202521
July 202511
June 202521
May 202513
April 202516
March 202513
February 202510

A total of 50 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20254
November 20259
October 20257
September 20252
August 20252
July 20253
June 20255
May 20253
April 20253
March 20257
February 20254

A total of 63 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20255
November 20256
October 202510
September 20254
August 20257
July 20255
June 20257
May 20254
April 20253
March 20256
February 20254

A total of 61 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20256
November 20254
October 20252
September 20254
August 20257
July 20256
June 20258
May 20255
April 20252
March 20257
February 20258

A total of 51 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.10 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
October 20258
September 202510
August 20251
July 20256
June 20256
May 20254
April 20256
March 20257
February 20251

A total of 51 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20257
October 202511
September 20256
August 20255
July 20254
June 20254
May 20254
April 20254
March 20251
February 20253

A total of 32 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20254
November 20252
October 202513
September 20254
August 20251
July 20253
May 20251
April 20253
February 20251

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
September 20251
July 20251
June 20251
February 20251

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
September 20251
June 20251
April 20251
February 20251

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
September 20251
July 20252
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
September 20251
August 20251
July 20251
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
February 20251

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 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

High Crime Locations Gosforth in January 2026

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

1. Balmoral Terrace (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
3. South Cross Street (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
4. Salters' Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
5. The Firs (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Ashburton Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Leslie Crescent (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Treherne Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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