Crime Rate in Monkton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Monkton

The total recorded crimes in Monkton, South Tyneside, UK in March 2025 are around 53 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Monkton crime rate of 2.72 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 Monkton, encompassing approximately 19,479 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (-22.22% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Monkton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Eton Square with total crimes: 5
  • Mayfield Gardens with total crimes: 4
  • Eastbourne Parade with total crimes: 4

How safe is Monkton?

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

  • Relative to South Tyneside:

    • In 2024, Monkton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Tyneside average, with 843 crimes compared to 1173.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Monkton recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Monkton had fewer crimes than the South Tyneside average, with 763 crimes compared to 1,163. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Monkton recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Tyneside, Monkton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Monkton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Monkton has recorded 53 crimes with crime rate of 2.72 ranking 14th out of 17 in the South Tyneside, UK

In 2024, the total Monkton crimes were 843. The crime rate of Monkton in 2024 was 43.28 (year) or 3.61 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the South Tyneside.

In 2023, the total crimes in Monkton were around 763 crimes with yearly crime rate of 39.17 (year) or 3.26 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the South Tyneside.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Tyneside)CrimesRank (South Tyneside)CrimesRank (South Tyneside)
Beacon and Bents209 12,972 12,589 1
Simonside and Rekendyke189 22,154 22,108 2
Primrose132 31,857 31,888 3
West Park120 41,484 41,541 4
Horsley Hill102 61,468 51,490 5
Whiteleas109 51,000 91,005 9
Biddick and All Saints89 71,081 71,380 6
Hebburn South66 81,152 61,012 8
Hebburn North46 16933 121,074 7
Boldon Colliery61 91,044 8969 10
Bede54 13997 10871 11
Westoe60 10706 16720 16
Fellgate and Hedworth55 12951 11821 13
Cleadon Park60 11759 14744 15
Harton47 15744 15864 12
Cleadon and East Boldon26 18411 18572 17
Whitburn and Marsden40 17552 17525 18

Monkton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 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 (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (32 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 304 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202527
January 202532
December 202427
November 202418
October 202420
September 202422
August 202427
July 202423
June 202434
May 202434
April 202419

A total of 95 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20258
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 202414
September 20243
August 20242
July 20244
June 202432
May 202413
April 20242

A total of 15 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
September 20241
August 20243
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 149 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20252
January 20257
December 20248
November 202411
October 202415
September 202410
August 202417
July 202417
June 202426
May 20247
April 202419

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20246
September 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 40 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 202410
May 20245
April 20244

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
August 20241
July 20244
May 20241

A total of 62 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20258
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20248
August 202411
July 20244
June 202412
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 202416
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 36 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20255
January 20254
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243
July 20241
June 20248
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
May 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Monkton in March 2025

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

1. Eton Square (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Mayfield Gardens (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Eastbourne Parade (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
4. Bournemouth Parade (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
5. Jubilee Court (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Howe Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
8. Victoria Terrace (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Birch Street (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
10. Penrith Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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