Crime Rate in Battle Hill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Battle Hill

The total recorded crimes in Battle Hill, North Tyneside, UK in July 2025 are around 139 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Battle Hill crime rate of 4.38 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 Battle Hill, encompassing approximately 31,709 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (42) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (34) incidents (126.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (23.53% increase)
Battle Hill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 30
  • Police Station with total crimes: 11
  • Blackhill Avenue with total crimes: 9

How safe is Battle Hill?

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

  • Relative to North Tyneside:

    • In 2024, Battle Hill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Tyneside average, with 1240 crimes compared to 1267.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Battle Hill witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 19 other areas in the North Tyneside.

    • In 2023, Battle Hill experienced a greater number of crimes than the North Tyneside average, with 1,304 crimes compared to 1,192. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Battle Hill witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 19 other areas in the North Tyneside.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Battle Hill Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Battle Hill has recorded 139 crimes with crime rate of 4.38 ranking 4th out of 19 in the North Tyneside, UK

In 2024, the total Battle Hill crimes were 1,240. The crime rate of Battle Hill in 2024 was 39.11 (year) or 3.26 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

In 2023, the total crimes in Battle Hill were around 1,304 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.12 (year) or 3.43 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

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

Battle Hill 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 42 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 34 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (20 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (23 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 200 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202517
May 202521
April 202517
March 202521
February 20256
January 20259
December 202410
November 202419
October 202416
September 202420
August 202423

A total of 28 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20251
May 20251
March 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 84 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20258
April 20254
March 20259
February 20254
January 20258
December 20247
November 20245
October 20249
September 20247
August 202411

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
March 20253
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241
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 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
December 20242
November 20246
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 99 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202510
May 20259
April 20255
March 20253
February 20257
January 202511
December 20249
November 202410
October 202411
September 20243
August 202413

A total of 366 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202542
June 202535
May 202533
April 202526
March 202533
February 202515
January 202528
December 202431
November 202440
October 202433
September 202424
August 202426

A total of 91 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20256
May 20258
April 20258
March 20256
February 20254
January 20257
December 202411
November 20246
October 202410
September 20245
August 202412

A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20256
April 20253
March 20254
February 20251
January 20257
December 20246
November 20244
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
March 20251
January 20253
December 20241
August 20241

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
April 20251
January 20252
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 176 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202534
June 202515
May 202512
April 202510
March 202521
February 202522
January 202517
December 20241
November 20249
October 202412
September 20245
August 202418

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
April 20251
August 20241

High Crime Locations Battle Hill in July 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total30
Shoplifting26
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Public order1
Robbery1
2. Police Station (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order2
Drugs1
Other crime1
Shoplifting1
3. Blackhill Avenue (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Other theft1
4. Prospect Avenue North (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Other crime2
5. Beamish Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Embleton Avenue (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Brighton Close (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Bexley Gardens (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Barnstaple Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Barr Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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