Crime Rate in Monkseaton South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Monkseaton South

The total recorded crimes in Monkseaton South, North Tyneside, UK in July 2025 are around 103 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Monkseaton South crime rate of 4.13 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 Monkseaton South, encompassing approximately 24,965 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (36) incidents (176.92% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (23) incidents (91.67% increase)
  • Public order: (15) incidents (1400.00% increase)
Monkseaton South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Murton Lane with total crimes: 12
  • Murton Lane with total crimes: 6
  • Sherwood with total crimes: 6

How safe is Monkseaton South?

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

  • Relative to North Tyneside:

    • In 2024, Monkseaton South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Tyneside average, with 796 crimes compared to 1267.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Monkseaton South recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 19 other areas in the North Tyneside.

    • In 2023, Monkseaton South had fewer crimes than the North Tyneside average, with 812 crimes compared to 1,192. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Monkseaton South recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 19 other areas in the North Tyneside.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Monkseaton South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Monkseaton South has recorded 103 crimes with crime rate of 4.13 ranking 10th out of 19 in the North Tyneside, UK

In 2024, the total Monkseaton South crimes were 796. The crime rate of Monkseaton South in 2024 was 31.88 (year) or 2.66 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

In 2023, the total crimes in Monkseaton South were around 812 crimes with yearly crime rate of 32.53 (year) or 2.71 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Monkseaton South)CrimesRank (Monkseaton South)CrimesRank (Monkseaton South)
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
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

Monkseaton South 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 36 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 23 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (20 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 41 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254
February 20251
January 20258
December 20244
November 20244
October 20241
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 276 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202536
June 202513
May 202515
April 202517
March 202528
February 202530
January 202530
December 202424
November 202422
October 202421
September 202427
August 202413

A total of 145 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202523
June 202512
May 202513
April 202522
March 202513
February 20257
January 20259
December 20242
November 20249
October 202414
September 202413
August 20248

A total of 53 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 20251
May 20258
April 20252
March 20254
February 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20242
October 20246
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 83 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20258
May 20253
April 20254
March 20255
February 202511
January 202511
December 20243
November 20242
October 20246
September 20245
August 202420

A total of 33 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.12 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 20253
May 20255
April 20257
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20256
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 30 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20256
March 20251
December 20243
November 20246
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20246
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 12 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
October 20243
September 20241

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241

High Crime Locations Monkseaton South in July 2025

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

1. Murton Lane (Map)
Total12
Drugs9
Anti-social behaviour3
2. Murton Lane (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order3
3. Sherwood (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour6
4. Melbourne Crescent (Map)
Total6
Public order6
5. Seatonville Grove (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
6. Monkseaton (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime2
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Robbery3
Shoplifting2
8. A191 (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences1
10. The Nook (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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