Crime Rate in North Jesmond: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in North Jesmond

The total recorded crimes in North Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in March 2025 are around 62 as per the recent police data. This equates to a North Jesmond crime rate of 1.03 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 North Jesmond, encompassing approximately 60,242 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (25) incidents (-7.41% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
North Jesmond Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 5
  • Sunbury Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • West Jesmond Avenue with total crimes: 3

How safe is North Jesmond?

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

  • Relative to Newcastle upon Tyne:

    • In 2024, North Jesmond demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 937 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, North Jesmond recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, North Jesmond had fewer crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 1,130 crimes compared to 1,919. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, North Jesmond recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

North Jesmond Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the North Jesmond has recorded 62 crimes with crime rate of 1.03 ranking 18th out of 25 in the Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

In 2024, the total North Jesmond crimes were 937. The crime rate of North Jesmond in 2024 was 15.55 (year) or 1.30 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

In 2023, the total crimes in North Jesmond were around 1,130 crimes with yearly crime rate of 18.76 (year) or 1.56 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Newcastle upon Tyne)CrimesRank (Newcastle upon Tyne)CrimesRank (Newcastle upon Tyne)
Monument849 111,362 111,023 1
Arthur's Hill288 34,462 23,507 2
Elswick304 23,620 43,370 3
Byker281 43,831 33,299 4
Ouseburn208 52,590 52,750 5
Walkergate172 72,132 62,072 6
Blakelaw188 61,955 82,069 7
Denton & Westerhope136 92,010 71,749 9
Walker122 111,909 91,921 8
Kingston Park South & Newbiggin Hall160 81,786 101,548 11
Callerton & Throckley103 141,577 121,580 10
Benwell & Scotswood124 101,639 111,494 12
Fawdon & West Gosforth114 121,176 171,230 15
Kenton95 151,387 141,383 13
West Fenham111 131,470 131,370 14
Lemington67 171,265 151,048 19
Wingrove89 161,053 181,168 16
Heaton60 191,182 161,063 18
Castle52 20970 19628 25
Gosforth46 22721 22918 20
Parklands38 25671 25787 21
Chapel40 24734 21677 24
South Jesmond51 21690 24758 23
Manor Park44 23698 23782 22
Dene & South Gosforth35 26603 26577 26

North Jesmond Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (25 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (25 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (59 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (64 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (46 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 69 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
October 202411
September 20248
August 20241
July 20241
June 202420
May 20248
April 20242

A total of 340 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202525
February 202527
January 202513
December 202416
November 202425
October 202459
September 202430
August 20247
July 202412
June 202464
May 202446
April 202416

A total of 118 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202512
January 20257
December 202411
November 20249
October 20247
September 202410
August 20246
July 20248
June 202422
May 20244
April 202410

A total of 28 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20252
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 75 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 202512
December 20246
November 20247
October 20241
September 20244
August 20243
July 20246
June 202426
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20253
December 20245
November 20248
October 20241
September 20244
August 20243
July 20244
June 20246
May 20247
April 20243

A total of 64 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20254
December 20246
November 20242
October 20242
September 20245
August 202411
July 20244
June 20248
May 202411
April 20247

A total of 70 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 202515
December 20247
November 20247
October 202416
September 20242
August 20245
July 20243
June 20244
May 20245
April 20244

A total of 34 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20243
June 20242

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations North Jesmond in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Public order3
Drugs1
Other theft1
2. Sunbury Avenue (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
3. West Jesmond Avenue (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Forsyth Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other crime1
5. Glenthorn Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. St George'S Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Sanderson Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Tavistock Road (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Other crime1
9. Myrtle Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Devonshire Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2

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