Crime Rate in Parklands: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Parklands

The total recorded crimes in Parklands, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in January 2026 are around 10 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Parklands crime rate of 0.64 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 Parklands, encompassing approximately 15,582 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (2) incidents (-75.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (2) incidents (-75.00% decrease)
Parklands Crime Hotspots

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

  • Great North Road with total crimes: 2
  • Rotary Way with total crimes: 2
  • Race Track with total crimes: 1

How safe is Parklands?

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

  • Relative to Newcastle upon Tyne:

    • In 2024, Parklands demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 671 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Parklands recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

    • In 2023, Parklands had fewer crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 787 crimes compared to 1,919. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Parklands recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 25 other areas in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Parklands Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Parklands has recorded 10 crimes with crime rate of 0.64 ranking 25th out of 25 in the Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

In 2024, the total Parklands crimes were 671. The crime rate of Parklands in 2024 was 43.06 (year) or 3.59 (month) ranking it 25 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

In 2023, the total crimes in Parklands were around 787 crimes with yearly crime rate of 50.50 (year) or 4.21 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Parklands)CrimesRank (Parklands)CrimesRank (Parklands)
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
Gosforth9 26721 22918 20
Chapel17 21734 21677 24
Manor Park15 23698 23782 22
South Jesmond17 22690 24758 23
Dene & South Gosforth12 24603 26577 26

Parklands Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 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 October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (9 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 Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 73 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20252
November 20258
October 20258
September 20258
August 20254
July 202510
June 20257
May 20256
April 20258
March 20255
February 20253

A total of 187 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.58 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20258
November 202521
October 202516
September 202518
August 202515
July 202512
June 202523
May 202523
April 202516
March 202519
February 202514

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20252
November 20253
September 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20254
November 20254
October 20259
September 20253
August 20256
July 20254
June 20252
May 20255
April 20252
March 20252
February 20253

A total of 35 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.89 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20258
November 20252
October 20253
September 202512
August 20253
July 20252
June 20251
April 20252

A total of 33 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20256
November 20256
October 20252
September 20252
August 20252
July 20251
May 20259
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 45 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20254
October 20251
September 20254
August 20256
July 20252
June 20254
May 20253
April 20257
March 20252
February 202510

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20255
October 20256
September 20251
July 20251
April 20251
March 20251

A total of 37 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 28 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
February 20251

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
May 20251

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.71 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20254
October 20254
September 20254
August 20251
July 20252
May 20252
March 20252

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20252

High Crime Locations Parklands in January 2026

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

1. Great North Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Rotary Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Race Track (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Shield Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Robbery1
6. Lesbury Chase (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Grasmere Place (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Warkworth Crescent (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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