Crime Rate in Benton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Benton

The total recorded crimes in Benton, North Tyneside, UK in March 2025 are around 76 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Benton crime rate of 3.49 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (39) incidents (95.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
Benton Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Wynd with total crimes: 10
  • Front Street with total crimes: 7
  • Four Lane Ends with total crimes: 6

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Benton has recorded 76 crimes with crime rate of 3.49 ranking 12th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (North Tyneside)CrimesRank (North Tyneside)CrimesRank (North Tyneside)
Riverside237 13,986 13,399 1
Wallsend173 22,265 22,264 2
Howdon121 41,670 41,651 3
Chirton116 51,755 31,567 4
Collingwood135 31,590 51,392 6
Whitley Bay96 71,546 61,437 5
Battle Hill109 61,240 81,304 7
Valley75 131,368 71,257 8
Tynemouth90 81,168 10966 12
Longbenton82 101,153 111,160 9
Killingworth77 111,225 9930 13
Northumberland89 9780 15819 14
Camperdown66 15952 131,038 10
Monkseaton South67 14796 14812 15
Weetslade53 16721 17740 16
Cullercoats51 17780 16681 17
Preston47 18594 18646 18
St Mary's36 19371 20390 19
Monkseaton North33 20383 19376 20

Benton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 222 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20255
January 202513
December 202410
November 202416
October 20248
September 202425
August 202418
July 202422
June 202442
May 202441
April 202414

A total of 303 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202539
February 202520
January 202522
December 202423
November 202411
October 202420
September 202416
August 202419
July 202428
June 202456
May 202427
April 202422

A total of 128 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 24 reported cases.

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

A total of 65 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

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

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 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 31 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
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 97 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.08 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

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

A total of 31 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

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

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

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 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 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
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 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
April 20241

High Crime Locations Benton in March 2025

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

1. The Wynd (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences7
Burglary1
Other theft1
Public order1
2. Front Street (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
3. Four Lane Ends (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Other crime1
Other theft1
5. Delaval Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Rocket Way (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Hoylake Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
8. Ashcroft Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Mead Crescent (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Whitfield Road (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1

  • Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
  • Contains Office for National Statistics data licensed under the Open Government Licence v.3.0
  • Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.