Crime Rate in Northumberland: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Northumberland

The total recorded crimes in Northumberland, North Tyneside, UK in March 2025 are around 89 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Northumberland crime rate of 6.49 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 Northumberland, encompassing approximately 13,703 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (13.04% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (26) incidents (420.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (-15.00% decrease)
Northumberland Crime Hotspots

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

  • Mackley Court with total crimes: 24
  • Hardy Grove with total crimes: 6
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 4

How safe is Northumberland?

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

  • Relative to North Tyneside:

    • In 2024, Northumberland demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Tyneside average, with 780 crimes compared to 1267.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Northumberland recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Northumberland had fewer crimes than the North Tyneside average, with 819 crimes compared to 1,192. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Northumberland recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Northumberland Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Northumberland has recorded 89 crimes with crime rate of 6.49 ranking 9th out of 19 in the North Tyneside, UK

In 2024, the total Northumberland crimes were 780. The crime rate of Northumberland in 2024 was 56.92 (year) or 4.74 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

In 2023, the total crimes in Northumberland were around 819 crimes with yearly crime rate of 59.76 (year) or 4.98 (month) ranking 14 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
Camperdown66 15952 131,038 10
Benton76 121,005 121,002 11
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

Northumberland Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

February 2025 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 20 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 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 November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (25 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (56 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (46 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 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 (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 282 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202523
January 202523
December 202418
November 202419
October 202427
September 202419
August 202415
July 202422
June 202446
May 202422
April 202422

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
October 20245
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 219 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202520
January 202511
December 202410
November 202410
October 20249
September 202410
August 202425
July 202414
June 202456
May 202418
April 202419

A total of 52 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20246
September 20241
August 20243
July 20247
June 20248
May 20246
April 20241

A total of 38 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 20245
November 20244
October 20242
September 20243
August 20245
July 20244
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 41 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
September 20243
August 20245
July 20242
June 20246
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 27 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
November 20243
September 20243
August 20248
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 58 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 20255
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
September 20242
August 20243
July 20245
June 20244
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 26 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20245
October 20242
September 20244
August 20241
July 20243
June 20246
April 20241

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 11 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
June 20242
April 20244

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
June 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Northumberland in March 2025

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

1. Mackley Court (Map)
Total24
Shoplifting23
Public order1
2. Hardy Grove (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Farndale (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
5. Mullen Gardens (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Calderdale (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Littondale (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Westburn Gardens (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Mason Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Airedale (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1

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