Crime Rate in Preston: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Preston

The total recorded crimes in Preston, North Tyneside, UK in July 2025 are around 61 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Preston crime rate of 0.68 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 Preston, encompassing approximately 89,409 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (133.33% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (14) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
Preston Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 14
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 8
  • Spring Terrace with total crimes: 4

How safe is Preston?

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

  • Relative to North Tyneside:

    • In 2024, Preston demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Tyneside average, with 594 crimes compared to 1267.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Preston recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 19 other areas in the North Tyneside.

    • In 2023, Preston had fewer crimes than the North Tyneside average, with 646 crimes compared to 1,192. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Preston recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 19 other areas in the North Tyneside.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Preston Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Preston has recorded 61 crimes with crime rate of 0.68 ranking 15th out of 19 in the North Tyneside, UK

In 2024, the total Preston crimes were 594. The crime rate of Preston in 2024 was 8.42 (year) or 0.70 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

In 2023, the total crimes in Preston were around 646 crimes with yearly crime rate of 8.62 (year) or 0.72 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Preston)CrimesRank (Preston)CrimesRank (Preston)
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
Benton49 181,005 121,002 11
Northumberland64 14780 15819 14
Weetslade59 16721 17740 16
Cullercoats51 17780 16681 17
St Mary's20 20371 20390 19
Monkseaton North26 19383 19376 20

Preston 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 14 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (8 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 Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 80 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20258
May 20256
April 20257
March 20253
February 20254
January 20254
December 202411
November 20249
October 20244
September 202410
August 20245

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
March 20253
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 183 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 20256
May 202523
April 202513
March 202515
February 202520
January 202517
December 202411
November 202421
October 202410
September 202419
August 202414

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 31 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20251
April 20257
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
April 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
March 20251
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254
February 20256
January 20256
December 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 30 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
April 20251
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20245
October 20242
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 122 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.17 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202514
May 20256
April 202512
March 202511
February 202518
January 20256
December 202417
November 20243
October 20248
September 20248
August 20245

A total of 35 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 20254
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
February 20251

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
October 20243
August 20241

High Crime Locations Preston in July 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting7
Public order4
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
3. Spring Terrace (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Possession of weapons2
4. Hawkey'S Lane (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Lansdowne Terrace (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Pennyfine Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
7. West Dene Drive (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
8. Haswell Gardens (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Preston Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Camp Terrace (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1

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