Crime Rate in Kenton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kenton

The total recorded crimes in Kenton, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in January 2026 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kenton crime rate of 0.35 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 Kenton, encompassing approximately 97,799 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (-71.43% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (-35.71% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (5) incidents (-54.55% decrease)
Kenton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Sherringham Avenue with total crimes: 6
  • Kirkwood Drive with total crimes: 4
  • Hardwick Place with total crimes: 3

How safe is Kenton?

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

  • Relative to Newcastle upon Tyne:

    • In 2024, Kenton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 1387 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Kenton recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

    • In 2023, Kenton had fewer crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 1,383 crimes compared to 1,919. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Kenton witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Kenton Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Kenton has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 0.35 ranking 10th out of 25 in the Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

In 2024, the total Kenton crimes were 1,387. The crime rate of Kenton in 2024 was 14.18 (year) or 1.18 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kenton were around 1,383 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.84 (year) or 1.74 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Kenton)CrimesRank (Kenton)CrimesRank (Kenton)
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
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
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

Kenton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (51 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (39 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (22 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (30 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (46 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (26 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 94 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20256
November 20258
October 20256
September 20256
August 20257
July 202513
June 202510
May 202513
April 202511
March 20257
February 20256

A total of 66 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20258
November 20256
October 20259
September 20259
August 20253
July 20258
June 20253
May 20255
April 20255
March 20254
February 20252

A total of 420 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 35.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 51 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202610
December 202535
November 202551
October 202539
September 202527
August 202528
July 202537
June 202532
May 202540
April 202546
March 202540
February 202535

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20252
November 20251
October 20257
September 20252
August 20254
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251

A total of 233 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.42 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20269
December 202514
November 202518
October 202520
September 202522
August 202520
July 202521
June 202521
May 202530
April 202526
March 202514
February 202518

A total of 41 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.56 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
September 20251
July 20254
June 20257
May 20259
April 202510
March 20256
February 20252

A total of 33 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20254
October 20251
July 20252
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 95 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 202511
November 20257
October 202517
September 20254
August 202516
July 20256
June 20257
May 20251
April 20256
March 202510
February 20255

A total of 56 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.09 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20254
November 20257
October 20254
September 20258
August 20251
July 20251
June 20259
May 20256
April 20256
March 20257
February 20253

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

MonthCount
December 20252
October 20251
April 20251

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
September 20251
May 20252

A total of 36 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20254
October 20251
September 20258
August 20257
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20254
March 20255
February 20251

A total of 8 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
October 20251
September 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251

High Crime Locations Kenton in January 2026

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

1. Sherringham Avenue (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting5
Robbery1
2. Kirkwood Drive (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Hardwick Place (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Ambridge Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Birnham Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Minorca Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Montpellier Place (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Drummond Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Afton Way (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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