Crime Rate in South Jesmond: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in South Jesmond

The total recorded crimes in South Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK in March 2025 are around 51 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Jesmond crime rate of 1.79 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 South Jesmond, encompassing approximately 28,489 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (112.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
South Jesmond Crime Hotspots

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

  • Acorn Road with total crimes: 9
  • Rosebery Place with total crimes: 5
  • Larkspur Terrace with total crimes: 4

How safe is South Jesmond?

To understand the safety of South Jesmond, we need to analyze South 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, South Jesmond demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 690 crimes compared to 2017.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, South Jesmond recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, South Jesmond had fewer crimes than the Newcastle upon Tyne average, with 758 crimes compared to 1,919. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, South Jesmond recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

South Jesmond Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the South Jesmond has recorded 51 crimes with crime rate of 1.79 ranking 21th out of 25 in the Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

In 2024, the total South Jesmond crimes were 690. The crime rate of South Jesmond in 2024 was 24.22 (year) or 2.02 (month) ranking it 24 dangerous area in the Newcastle upon Tyne.

In 2023, the total crimes in South Jesmond were around 758 crimes with yearly crime rate of 26.61 (year) or 2.22 (month) ranking 23 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
North Jesmond62 18937 201,130 17
Castle52 20970 19628 25
Gosforth46 22721 22918 20
Parklands38 25671 25787 21
Chapel40 24734 21677 24
Manor Park44 23698 23782 22
Dene & South Gosforth35 26603 26577 26

South Jesmond Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (19 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (8 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (34 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 161 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20258
January 20255
December 202410
November 202419
October 202423
September 202422
August 20243
July 20244
June 202434
May 202417
April 20246

A total of 148 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 20258
January 202518
December 20248
November 202414
October 202418
September 20248
August 20246
July 202413
June 202420
May 20249
April 20249

A total of 47 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20246
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 202411
June 20244
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20246
September 20243
August 20241
July 20247
June 20242
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 79 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20258
December 202410
November 20247
October 20246
August 20248
July 20245
June 202416
May 20244
April 202410

A total of 70 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20253
December 20244
November 20245
October 202410
September 20247
August 20244
July 20243
June 20248
May 202415
April 20243

A total of 18 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 41 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20252
November 20246
October 20246
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20246
May 20247
April 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 18 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations South Jesmond in March 2025

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

1. Acorn Road (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Rosebery Place (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
Public order1
3. Larkspur Terrace (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Princess Mary Court (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Osborne Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Amble Grove (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Robbery1
7. Jesmond (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Burdon Terrace (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
9. Osborne Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
10. Kimberley Gardens (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1

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