Crime Rate in Northumberland: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Northumberland

The total recorded crimes in Northumberland, UK in March 2025 are around 2,587 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Northumberland crime rate of 8.07 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 Northumberland, encompassing approximately 320,566 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (990) incidents (23.44% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (441) incidents (15.75% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (233) incidents (3.10% increase)
Northumberland Crime Hotspots

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

  • Howburn Court with total crimes: 42
  • Ferry Road with total crimes: 36
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 27

Northumberland Police Info:

Northumbria Police

Northumberland Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Croft (153 crimes), and the safest, Ponteland South with Heddon (5 crimes), is 148 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Northumberland.

Similarly, the area of Blyth Town (196 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Morpeth South & West (10 crimes), with a difference of 186 crimes. This noticeable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Northumberland.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Croft153
College107
Alnwick104
Morpeth North97
Ashington Central88

Safest Wards:

Corbridge9
Shilbottle8
Longhoughton6
Hexham West6
Ponteland South with Heddon5

Most Dangerous Areas:

Blyth Town196
Ashington Hirst182
Cramlington Town & Beaconhill120
Ashington East119
Bedlington Station & Sleekburn118

Safest Areas:

Darras Hall, Stamfordham & Heddon21
Bellingham, Otterburn & Redesdale19
Blyth South13
Longhoughton & Alnmouth13
Morpeth South & West10

Northumberland Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (990 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (441 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 802 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 381 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (884 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (410 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1002 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 334 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (925 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (465 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (925 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (521 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (902 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (619 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (926 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (679 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1037 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 747 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1888 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1382 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 10281 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1028.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 1888 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025990
February 2025802
January 2025884
December 20241002
November 2024925
October 2024925
September 2024902
August 2024926
July 20241037
June 20241888

A total of 5979 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 597.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 1382 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025441
February 2025381
January 2025410
December 2024334
November 2024465
October 2024521
September 2024619
August 2024679
July 2024747
June 20241382

A total of 107 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 10.70 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20253
January 20256
December 202410
November 20247
October 202414
September 202412
August 202420
July 202414
June 202410

A total of 1126 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 112.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 208 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202594
February 202577
January 202598
December 2024100
November 2024103
October 202492
September 2024125
August 2024107
July 2024122
June 2024208

A total of 2712 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 271.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 486 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025233
February 2025226
January 2025196
December 2024209
November 2024252
October 2024267
September 2024250
August 2024333
July 2024260
June 2024486

A total of 582 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 58.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202576
February 202567
January 202574
December 202440
November 202460
October 202470
September 202439
August 202450
July 202450
June 202456

A total of 771 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 77.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 188 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202575
February 202552
January 202568
December 202469
November 202452
October 202473
September 202465
August 202472
July 202457
June 2024188

A total of 1662 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 166.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 342 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025143
February 2025130
January 2025137
December 2024148
November 2024134
October 2024143
September 2024154
August 2024133
July 2024198
June 2024342

A total of 249 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 24.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202525
February 202519
January 202522
December 202413
November 202433
October 202419
September 202418
August 202433
July 202421
June 202446

A total of 2326 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 232.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 426 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025218
February 2025172
January 2025174
December 2024147
November 2024207
October 2024219
September 2024241
August 2024243
July 2024279
June 2024426

A total of 102 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 10.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20256
January 20259
December 202411
November 20245
October 202413
September 20248
August 20248
July 20249
June 202426

A total of 2801 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 280.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 446 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025205
February 2025228
January 2025222
December 2024184
November 2024244
October 2024283
September 2024302
August 2024359
July 2024328
June 2024446

A total of 93 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 9.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20255
December 20244
November 20245
October 202412
September 20247
August 202417
July 202411
June 202424

A total of 776 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 77.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 130 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202567
February 202563
January 202580
December 202483
November 202463
October 202479
September 202460
August 202488
July 202463
June 2024130

High Crime Locations Northumberland in March 2025

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

1. Howburn Court (Map)
Total42
Violence and sexual offences18
Public order11
Drugs6
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson3
2. Ferry Road (Map)
Total36
Violence and sexual offences36
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total27
Shoplifting25
Public order2
4. Shopping Area (Map)
Total18
Shoplifting15
Other theft2
Burglary1
5. Ashington Bus Station (Map)
Total16
Violence and sexual offences5
Shoplifting5
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order2
6. Green Lane (Map)
Total15
Violence and sexual offences9
Public order6

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