Crime Rate in Benton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Benton

The total recorded crimes in Benton, North Tyneside, UK in May 2025 are around 86 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Benton crime rate of 3.95 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 Benton, encompassing approximately 21,748 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (24) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (-10.53% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (15) incidents (275.00% increase)
Benton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Rocket Way with total crimes: 8
  • Whitfield Road with total crimes: 5
  • Forest Hall Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Benton?

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

  • Relative to North Tyneside:

    • In 2024, Benton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Tyneside average, with 1005 crimes compared to 1267.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Benton recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 19 other areas in the North Tyneside.

    • In 2023, Benton had fewer crimes than the North Tyneside average, with 1,002 crimes compared to 1,192. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Benton recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 19 other areas in the North Tyneside.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North Tyneside, Benton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Benton Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Benton has recorded 86 crimes with crime rate of 3.95 ranking 11th out of 19 in the North Tyneside, UK

In 2024, the total Benton crimes were 1,005. The crime rate of Benton in 2024 was 46.21 (year) or 3.85 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

In 2023, the total crimes in Benton were around 1,002 crimes with yearly crime rate of 46.07 (year) or 3.84 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Benton)CrimesRank (Benton)CrimesRank (Benton)
Riverside281 13,986 13,399 1
Wallsend155 22,265 22,264 2
Howdon119 61,670 41,651 3
Chirton132 41,755 31,567 4
Collingwood135 31,590 51,392 6
Whitley Bay124 51,546 61,437 5
Battle Hill100 81,240 81,304 7
Valley97 91,368 71,257 8
Longbenton111 71,153 111,160 9
Killingworth86 121,225 9930 13
Camperdown76 13952 131,038 10
Tynemouth96 101,168 10966 12
Northumberland74 14780 15819 14
Monkseaton South53 16796 14812 15
Cullercoats54 15780 16681 17
Weetslade49 17721 17740 16
Preston47 18594 18646 18
St Mary's31 20371 20390 19
Monkseaton North35 19383 19376 20

Benton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (39 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 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 (16 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , 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 (18 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (56 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (42 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (41 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (27 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 244 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 18.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202517
April 202519
March 20258
February 20255
January 202513
December 202410
November 202416
October 20248
September 202425
August 202418
July 202422
June 202442
May 202441

A total of 325 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 25.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202524
April 202520
March 202539
February 202520
January 202522
December 202423
November 202411
October 202420
September 202416
August 202419
July 202428
June 202456
May 202427

A total of 69 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.31 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20253
March 20257
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20247
September 20244
August 20247
July 20249
June 20246
May 20249

A total of 44 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.38 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20257
March 20253
February 20253
January 20256
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20246
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 106 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.15 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202515
April 20254
March 20253
February 20256
January 20255
December 20243
November 20246
October 20248
September 20246
August 202410
July 202414
June 202414
May 202412

A total of 130 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20253
March 20255
January 20254
December 20249
November 202410
October 202410
September 20248
August 202412
July 202416
June 202424
May 202422

A total of 39 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20253
March 20254
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
October 20244
September 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
June 20242

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20245
October 20243
August 20242
July 20245
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
June 20242

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 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
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20243
July 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Benton in May 2025

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

1. Rocket Way (Map)
Total8
Drugs4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Whitfield Road (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Forest Hall Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Mowbray Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
5. Front Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
6. Delaval Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Belvedere Gardens (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
8. Croft Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order2
9. Hillary Avenue (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Ashcroft Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1

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