Crime Rate in Monkseaton South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Monkseaton South

The total recorded crimes in Monkseaton South, North Tyneside, UK in May 2025 are around 53 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Monkseaton South crime rate of 2.12 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (-11.76% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (-40.91% decrease)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (300.00% increase)
Monkseaton South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Harewood Crescent with total crimes: 10
  • West Monkseaton with total crimes: 5
  • Chestnut Avenue with total crimes: 4

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 May 2025 the Monkseaton South has recorded 53 crimes with crime rate of 2.12 ranking 16th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Monkseaton South)CrimesRank (Monkseaton South)CrimesRank (Monkseaton South)
Riverside281 13,986 13,399 1
Wallsend155 22,265 22,264 2
Howdon119 61,670 41,651 3
Chirton132 41,755 31,567 4
Collingwood135 31,590 51,392 6
Whitley Bay124 51,546 61,437 5
Battle Hill100 81,240 81,304 7
Valley97 91,368 71,257 8
Longbenton111 71,153 111,160 9
Killingworth86 121,225 9930 13
Camperdown76 13952 131,038 10
Tynemouth96 101,168 10966 12
Benton86 111,005 121,002 11
Northumberland74 14780 15819 14
Cullercoats54 15780 16681 17
Weetslade49 17721 17740 16
Preston47 18594 18646 18
St Mary's31 20371 20390 19
Monkseaton North35 19383 19376 20

Monkseaton South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 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 20 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (58 cases).

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 37 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 207 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 15.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 58 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 202522
March 202513
February 20257
January 20259
December 20242
November 20249
October 202414
September 202413
August 20248
July 202420
June 202458
May 202419

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20257
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 341 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 26.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202515
April 202517
March 202528
February 202530
January 202530
December 202424
November 202422
October 202421
September 202427
August 202413
July 202426
June 202466
May 202422

A total of 27 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20246
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 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
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20244
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 105 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20255
February 202511
January 202511
December 20243
November 20242
October 20246
September 20245
August 202420
July 20247
June 202418
May 202410

A total of 51 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20252
March 20254
February 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20242
October 20246
September 20241
August 20245
July 20244
June 20242
May 20248

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 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

A total of 54 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254
February 20251
January 20258
December 20244
November 20244
October 20241
September 20247
August 20244
July 20244
June 202412
May 20243

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 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 Monkseaton South in May 2025

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

1. Harewood Crescent (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order3
Drugs1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
2. West Monkseaton (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
3. Chestnut Avenue (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting1
6. Murton Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
7. Priory Avenue (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Rake Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
9. Cherrytree Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Bedale Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1

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