Crime Rate in Newcastle-under-Lyme: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Newcastle-under-Lyme

The total recorded crimes in Newcastle-under-Lyme, UK in March 2025 are around 874 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newcastle-under-Lyme crime rate of 7.09 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 Newcastle-under-Lyme, encompassing approximately 123,299 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (332) incidents (12.54% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (176) incidents (62.96% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (71) incidents (-2.74% decrease)
Newcastle-under-Lyme Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bus/Coach Station with total crimes: 24
  • High Street with total crimes: 16
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 14

Newcastle-under-Lyme Police Info:

Staffordshire Police

How safe is Newcastle-under-Lyme?

To understand the safety of Newcastle-under-Lyme, we need to analyze Newcastle-under-Lyme crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Newcastle-under-Lyme has recorded 10,114 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 82.03 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 203 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 10,477 crimes with a crime rate of 84.97, ranking it 180 in the UK. This a decrease in crime suggests Positive changes.

  • Relative to Staffordshire:

    • In 2024, Newcastle-under-Lyme reported a higher crime volume than the Staffordshire average, with 10,114 crimes compared to 9,044. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Additionally, Newcastle-under-Lyme recorded fewer crimes than 5 out of 7 other cities.

    • In 2023, Newcastle-under-Lyme experienced a greater number of crimes than the Staffordshire average, with 10,477 crimes compared to 8,480. This indicates a higher crime burden for the city in the region during this period. Additionally, Newcastle-under-Lyme recorded fewer crimes than 7 out of 7 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Newcastle-under-Lyme is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Staffordshire, Newcastle-under-Lyme has a higher crime rate in 2024.

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

Newcastle-under-Lyme Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Town (153 crimes), and the safest, Knutton (10 crimes), is 143 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Similarly, the area of Newcastle Town (196 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to May Bank (20 crimes), with a difference of 176 crimes. This noticeable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Town153
Talke & Butt Lane86
Cross Heath68
Bradwell60
Holditch & Chesterton55

Safest Wards:

Westbury Park & Northwood13
Newchapel & Mow Cop12
Loggerheads11
Maer & Whitmore11
Knutton10

Most Dangerous Areas:

Newcastle Town196
Kidsgrove West77
Chesterton & Knutton74
Newcastle West & Cross Heath72
Bradwell60

Safest Areas:

Kidsgrove Central30
Madeley & Betley28
Westlands & Seabridge25
Loggerheads & Baldwins Gate22
May Bank20

Newcastle-under-Lyme Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Newcastle-under-Lyme has recorded 874 crimes with crime rate of 7.09 ranking 9231th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 1 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 2 in terms of crime rate in Staffordshire.

In 2024, the total Newcastle-under-Lyme crimes were 10,114. The crime rate of Newcastle-under-Lyme in 2024 was 82.03 (year) or 6.84 (month) ranking it 203 danzarous in the UK. Newcastle-under-Lyme ranked 3 in terms of total crimes and 5 in terms of crime rate in Staffordshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Newcastle-under-Lyme were around 10,477 crimes with yearly crime rate of 84.97 (year) or 7.08 (month) ranking 180 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Staffordshire, Newcastle-under-Lyme ranked 1 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 2 as per crime rate of Newcastle-under-Lyme

CityMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Staffordshire)CrimesRank (Staffordshire)CrimesRank (Staffordshire)
Lichfield711 87,875 87,222 8
Staffordshire Moorlands629 77,361 76,533 7
Stafford801 611,685 49,817 6
South Staffordshire622 58,568 68,424 5
Cannock Chase736 48,804 28,187 4
East Staffordshire771 311,065 110,197 3
Tamworth601 16,880 36,980 1

Newcastle-under-Lyme Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (332 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (176 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 295 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 108 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (322 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (90 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 328 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 84 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (296 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (129 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (336 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (127 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (295 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (91 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (341 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (105 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 336 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 98 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (582 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (236 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 317 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 31.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202530
January 202533
December 202421
November 202433
October 202430
September 202421
August 202433
July 202430
June 202466

A total of 283 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 28.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 68 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202512
January 202525
December 202414
November 202421
October 202432
September 202429
August 202428
July 202431
June 202468

A total of 62 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
December 20244
November 20245
October 20248
September 20246
August 20246
July 20248
June 202416

A total of 1232 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 123.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 236 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025176
February 2025108
January 202590
December 202472
November 2024129
October 2024127
September 202491
August 2024105
July 202498
June 2024236

A total of 677 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 67.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 152 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202565
February 202549
January 202548
December 202444
November 202461
October 202461
September 202457
August 202464
July 202476
June 2024152

A total of 731 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 73.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 90 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202571
February 202573
January 202572
December 202484
November 202488
October 202489
September 202471
August 202446
July 202447
June 202490

A total of 74 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 202514
January 20257
December 20244
November 20247
October 20249
September 20245
August 20246
July 20249
June 202410

A total of 30 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20253
December 20244
November 20242
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 3463 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 346.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 582 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025332
February 2025295
January 2025322
December 2024328
November 2024296
October 2024336
September 2024295
August 2024341
July 2024336
June 2024582

A total of 63 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.30 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 202512
December 20241
November 20242
October 20247
September 20246
August 20247
July 20247
June 202412

A total of 525 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 52.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 86 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202564
February 202545
January 202546
December 202456
November 202448
October 202441
September 202455
August 202444
July 202440
June 202486

A total of 188 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 18.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202524
January 202516
December 202413
November 202413
October 202416
September 202419
August 202419
July 202415
June 202422

A total of 221 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 22.10 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202518
January 202525
December 202437
November 202418
October 202418
September 202417
August 202415
July 202417
June 202436

A total of 633 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 63.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 98 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202558
February 202534
January 202559
December 202470
November 202454
October 202468
September 202462
August 202457
July 202473
June 202498

High Crime Locations Newcastle-under-Lyme in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Newcastle-under-Lyme postcode area is presented below.

1. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total24
Violence and sexual offences7
Shoplifting5
Public order3
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour2
Other crime1
Bicycle theft1
2. High Street (Map)
Total16
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order3
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour3
Theft from the person1
Shoplifting1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting13
Public order1
4. Keele Road (Map)
Total12
Anti-social behaviour11
Burglary1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting9
Public order2
6. The Midway (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences4
Shoplifting4
Anti-social behaviour2

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