Crime Rate in Lemington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lemington

The total recorded crimes in Lemington, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in January 2026 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lemington crime rate of 1.60 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 Lemington, encompassing approximately 21,212 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Lemington Crime Hotspots

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

  • West Denton Close with total crimes: 3
  • Bells Close with total crimes: 3
  • Norton Way with total crimes: 2

How safe is Lemington?

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

  • Relative to Newcastle upon Tyne:

    • In 2024, Lemington demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 1265 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lemington recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

    • In 2023, Lemington had fewer crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 1,048 crimes compared to 1,919. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lemington recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Lemington Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Lemington has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 1.60 ranking 11th out of 25 in the Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

In 2024, the total Lemington crimes were 1,265. The crime rate of Lemington in 2024 was 59.63 (year) or 4.97 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lemington were around 1,048 crimes with yearly crime rate of 49.40 (year) or 4.12 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Lemington)CrimesRank (Lemington)CrimesRank (Lemington)
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
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

Lemington Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (14 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (29 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (24 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (21 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 37 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 279 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202612
December 202524
November 202520
October 202528
September 202521
August 202529
July 202526
June 202524
May 202521
April 202518
March 202518
February 202538

A total of 217 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.08 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202614
December 20258
November 202513
October 202511
September 202513
August 202524
July 202518
June 20259
May 202535
April 202514
March 202521
February 202537

A total of 42 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
November 20253
October 20251
September 202512
August 20256
June 20256
May 20251
April 20256
March 20253
February 20252

A total of 55 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20253
November 20253
October 20256
September 20254
August 20253
July 20254
June 20256
May 20252
April 20258
March 20257
February 20258

A total of 50 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20255
November 202511
October 20256
September 20254
August 20253
July 20252
June 20255
May 20257
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 92 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20257
November 20251
October 20258
September 20255
August 202515
July 202511
June 20255
May 20258
April 202514
March 20254
February 202512

A total of 119 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.92 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 202517
November 202513
October 202519
September 202511
August 202516
July 20258
June 20259
May 20255
April 20255
March 20257
February 20257

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 36 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 17 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20254
November 20252
October 20255
August 20252
July 20251
June 20252
April 20251

A total of 18 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20253
August 20254
July 20251
May 20251
April 20254
March 20253

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
October 20251
July 20253
May 20253

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

MonthCount
July 20251

High Crime Locations Lemington in January 2026

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

1. West Denton Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Bells Close (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Norton Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
4. Denton Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Farnham Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Blyth Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Malvern Court (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
8. Orchard Rise (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Ormiston (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Mapperley Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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