Crime Rate in Whitley Bay: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whitley Bay

The total recorded crimes in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside, UK in March 2025 are around 96 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whitley Bay crime rate of 2.40 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 Whitley Bay, encompassing approximately 40,004 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (27) incidents (-20.59% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (20) incidents (-4.76% decrease)
  • Public order: (11) incidents (175.00% increase)
Whitley Bay Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 13
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 10
  • South Parade with total crimes: 7

How safe is Whitley Bay?

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

  • Relative to North Tyneside:

    • In 2024, Whitley Bay reported a higher crime volume than the North Tyneside average, with 1,546 crimes compared to 1,267. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Whitley Bay witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Whitley Bay experienced a greater number of crimes than the North Tyneside average, with 1,437 crimes compared to 1,192. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Whitley Bay witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Whitley Bay Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Whitley Bay has recorded 96 crimes with crime rate of 2.40 ranking 7th out of 19 in the North Tyneside, UK

In 2024, the total Whitley Bay crimes were 1,546. The crime rate of Whitley Bay in 2024 was 38.65 (year) or 3.22 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the North Tyneside.

In 2023, the total crimes in Whitley Bay were around 1,437 crimes with yearly crime rate of 35.92 (year) or 2.99 (month) ranking 5 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
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
Northumberland89 9780 15819 14
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

Whitley Bay Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (41 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (27 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (28 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (38 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (36 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (92 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (66 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (30 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (55 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 106 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 20259
December 202414
November 20247
October 20245
September 20244
August 20244
July 20246
June 202420
May 202413
April 202410

A total of 23 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 42 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 202412
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 474 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 39.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 92 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202527
February 202534
January 202541
December 202435
November 202424
October 202435
September 202430
August 202438
July 202428
June 202492
May 202435
April 202455

A total of 107 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20254
January 20254
December 20245
November 202411
October 20248
September 20247
August 202413
July 20246
June 202420
May 202411
April 20247

A total of 66 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
December 20245
November 20245
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243
July 202411
June 202418
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 27 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20255
December 20242
November 20244
October 20243
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 94 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20257
December 20242
November 202411
October 20248
September 20246
August 202411
July 20243
June 202422
May 20248
April 20247

A total of 271 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20259
January 202522
December 20249
November 202415
October 202420
September 202420
August 202426
July 202428
June 202466
May 202430
April 202418

A total of 11 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 247 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202521
January 202518
December 202419
November 202427
October 202421
September 202428
August 202436
July 202423
June 202412
May 202412
April 202410

A total of 16 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 19 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20244
September 20243
July 20244
June 20246

High Crime Locations Whitley Bay in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total13
Shoplifting11
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences7
Public order1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
3. South Parade (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Burglary1
Public order1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Sanderson Road (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Edwards Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Ocean View (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
8. North Parade (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Esplanade (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
10. Margaret Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1

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