Crime Rate in Benton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Benton

The total recorded crimes in Benton, North Tyneside, UK in July 2025 are around 49 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Benton crime rate of 2.25 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (-28.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
Benton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Oswin Road with total crimes: 6
  • Lilac Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Farne Road with total crimes: 3

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 July 2025 the Benton has recorded 49 crimes with crime rate of 2.25 ranking 18th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Benton)CrimesRank (Benton)CrimesRank (Benton)
Riverside303 13,986 13,399 1
Wallsend172 22,265 22,264 2
Howdon113 91,670 41,651 3
Chirton121 51,755 31,567 4
Whitley Bay148 31,546 61,437 5
Battle Hill139 41,240 81,304 7
Collingwood119 61,590 51,392 6
Valley115 81,368 71,257 8
Tynemouth116 71,168 10966 12
Longbenton91 111,153 111,160 9
Killingworth90 121,225 9930 13
Camperdown83 13952 131,038 10
Monkseaton South103 10796 14812 15
Northumberland64 14780 15819 14
Preston61 15594 18646 18
Weetslade59 16721 17740 16
Cullercoats51 17780 16681 17
St Mary's20 20371 20390 19
Monkseaton North26 19383 19376 20

Benton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 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 (25 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20251
December 20242

A total of 111 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 11.10 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20255
May 202517
April 202519
March 20258
February 20255
January 202513
December 202410
November 202416
October 20248

A total of 47 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.70 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20258
May 20257
April 20253
March 20257
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20247

A total of 222 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 22.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 39 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 202525
May 202524
April 202520
March 202539
February 202520
January 202522
December 202423
November 202411
October 202420

A total of 32 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20256
April 20253
March 20254
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
October 20244

A total of 63 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.30 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20257
May 202515
April 20254
March 20253
February 20256
January 20255
December 20243
November 20246
October 20248

A total of 54 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20257
April 20253
March 20255
January 20254
December 20249
November 202410
October 202410

A total of 35 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20256
April 20257
March 20253
February 20253
January 20256
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20245
October 20243

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.17 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

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 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

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations Benton in July 2025

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

1. Oswin Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Lilac Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Farne Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. North View (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Wilson Terrace (Map)
Total2
Public order2
6. B1505 (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Forest Hall Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Crescent Way North (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Young Road (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2

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