Crime Rate in Longbenton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Longbenton

The total recorded crimes in Longbenton, North Tyneside, UK in July 2025 are around 91 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Longbenton crime rate of 3.05 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 Longbenton, encompassing approximately 29,798 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (35) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (26.67% increase)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (-10.00% decrease)
Longbenton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Kingsdale Road with total crimes: 7
  • Deerbolt Place with total crimes: 5
  • Charnwood Avenue with total crimes: 5

How safe is Longbenton?

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

  • Relative to North Tyneside:

    • In 2024, Longbenton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Tyneside average, with 1153 crimes compared to 1267.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Longbenton recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 19 other areas in the North Tyneside.

    • In 2023, Longbenton had fewer crimes than the North Tyneside average, with 1,160 crimes compared to 1,192. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Longbenton witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 19 other areas in the North Tyneside.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Longbenton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Longbenton has recorded 91 crimes with crime rate of 3.05 ranking 11th out of 19 in the North Tyneside, UK

In 2024, the total Longbenton crimes were 1,153. The crime rate of Longbenton in 2024 was 38.69 (year) or 3.22 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

In 2023, the total crimes in Longbenton were around 1,160 crimes with yearly crime rate of 38.93 (year) or 3.24 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Longbenton)CrimesRank (Longbenton)CrimesRank (Longbenton)
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
Killingworth90 121,225 9930 13
Camperdown83 13952 131,038 10
Monkseaton South103 10796 14812 15
Benton49 181,005 121,002 11
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

Longbenton 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 35 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (42 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (32 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (22 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (41 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 35 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20255
March 20251
February 20252
January 20254
December 20246
November 20245
October 20245
August 20244

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 369 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202535
June 202530
May 202542
April 202528
March 202537
February 202514
January 202527
December 202434
November 202430
October 202424
September 202441
August 202427

A total of 89 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 202511
April 20259
March 20254
February 20253
January 20257
December 20247
November 20248
October 202410
September 20249
August 202412

A total of 75 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202510
May 20257
April 20258
March 20255
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20245
October 20247
September 20247
August 20248

A total of 48 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20254
April 20255
March 20251
February 20253
January 20255
December 20249
November 20244
October 20245
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 222 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202515
May 202532
April 202522
March 202519
February 202514
January 202510
December 20247
November 202414
October 202425
September 202419
August 202426

A total of 58 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20251
April 20257
March 20257
February 20254
January 20256
December 20248
November 20244
October 20248
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 42 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20257
April 202511
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 20 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20256
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 9 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
February 20251
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252

High Crime Locations Longbenton in July 2025

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

1. Kingsdale Road (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour6
Other crime1
2. Deerbolt Place (Map)
Total5
Drugs2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
3. Charnwood Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
4. Mendip Way (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft1
5. Harriot Drive (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
6. Ringwood Green (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Oxford Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Beaumaris Court (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
9. Camsey Place (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Merlin Place (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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