Crime Rate in Valley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Valley

The total recorded crimes in Valley, North Tyneside, UK in July 2025 are around 115 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Valley crime rate of 1.43 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 Valley, encompassing approximately 80,456 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (43) incidents (-6.52% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (22) incidents (29.41% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (14) incidents (40.00% increase)
Valley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Emmerson Place with total crimes: 8
  • Meadow Vale with total crimes: 6
  • Benton Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Valley?

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

  • Relative to North Tyneside:

    • In 2024, Valley reported a higher crime volume than the North Tyneside average, with 1,368 crimes compared to 1,267. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Valley witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 19 other areas in the North Tyneside.

    • In 2023, Valley experienced a greater number of crimes than the North Tyneside average, with 1,257 crimes compared to 1,192. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Valley witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 19 other areas in the North Tyneside.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North Tyneside, Valley has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Valley Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Valley has recorded 115 crimes with crime rate of 0.19 ranking 8th out of 19 in the North Tyneside, UK

In 2024, the total Valley crimes were 1,368. The crime rate of Valley in 2024 was 17.00 (year) or 1.42 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

In 2023, the total crimes in Valley were around 1,257 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.47 (year) or 2.29 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Valley)CrimesRank (Valley)CrimesRank (Valley)
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
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
Preston61 15594 18646 18
Weetslade59 16721 17740 16
Cullercoats51 17780 16681 17
St Mary's20 20371 20390 19
Monkseaton North26 19383 19376 20

Valley 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 43 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 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 26 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 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 Violence and sexual offences (48 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (23 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 32 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20252
May 20255
April 20253
March 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 392 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202543
June 202546
May 202532
April 202532
March 202523
February 202529
January 202530
December 202426
November 202428
October 202433
September 202422
August 202448

A total of 86 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202510
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20253
January 20258
December 20244
November 202414
October 20243
September 202411
August 20249

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 101 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20257
May 202512
April 20253
March 202512
February 202511
January 20258
December 20244
November 20247
October 20247
September 202412
August 20249

A total of 193 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.08 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202517
May 202524
April 202515
March 202512
February 202510
January 202513
December 202413
November 202411
October 202420
September 202413
August 202423

A total of 37 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20256
April 20252
March 20254
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20245
October 20247
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 90 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20258
May 20254
April 20259
March 202514
February 20257
January 20253
December 20243
November 202417
October 20247
September 20244
August 202411

A total of 73 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20255
May 20258
April 20256
March 20253
February 20256
January 20257
December 20245
November 20244
October 20247
September 20244
August 202410

A total of 50 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20251
April 20255
February 20253
January 20259
December 20247
November 20247
October 20244
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 11 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20251
December 20241

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
January 20251
November 20243
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Valley in July 2025

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

1. Emmerson Place (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Meadow Vale (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Benton Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Beal Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
5. James Avenue (Map)
Total4
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
6. Havelock Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
7. Etal Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Theft from the person1
8. Grange Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Harlebury (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sharnford Close (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

  • Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
  • Contains Office for National Statistics data licensed under the Open Government Licence v.3.0
  • Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.