Crime Rate in Westoe: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Westoe

The total recorded crimes in Westoe, South Tyneside, UK in March 2025 are around 60 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Westoe crime rate of 1.76 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 Westoe, encompassing approximately 34,125 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
Westoe Crime Hotspots

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

  • John Clay Street with total crimes: 11
  • Ada Street with total crimes: 6
  • St George'S Avenue with total crimes: 3

How safe is Westoe?

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

  • Relative to South Tyneside:

    • In 2024, Westoe demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Tyneside average, with 706 crimes compared to 1173.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Westoe recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Westoe had fewer crimes than the South Tyneside average, with 720 crimes compared to 1,163. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Westoe recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Westoe Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Westoe has recorded 60 crimes with crime rate of 1.76 ranking 10th out of 17 in the South Tyneside, UK

In 2024, the total Westoe crimes were 706. The crime rate of Westoe in 2024 was 20.69 (year) or 1.72 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the South Tyneside.

In 2023, the total crimes in Westoe were around 720 crimes with yearly crime rate of 21.10 (year) or 1.76 (month) ranking 16 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
Fellgate and Hedworth55 12951 11821 13
Cleadon Park60 11759 14744 15
Harton47 15744 15864 12
Monkton53 14843 13763 14
Cleadon and East Boldon26 18411 18572 17
Whitburn and Marsden40 17552 17525 18

Westoe 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 Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 8 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 (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20253
December 20248
November 20247
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 228 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202515
January 202519
December 202420
November 202422
October 202419
September 202413
August 202414
July 202412
June 202436
May 202421
April 202416

A total of 63 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20255
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20248
September 20242
August 20243
July 20243
June 202410
May 20245
April 202410

A total of 112 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20253
January 20253
December 20247
November 202411
October 20244
September 202412
August 202413
July 202412
June 202422
May 20248
April 202410

A total of 12 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
November 20242
July 20242
May 20242

A total of 34 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20253
December 20246
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 73 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20254
December 20247
November 20245
October 20248
September 20246
August 20246
July 20243
June 202418
May 20247
April 20247

A total of 39 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20245
August 20243
July 20244
June 20244
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
July 20241

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 58 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20259
December 20242
November 20247
October 20249
September 20245
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20248

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
September 20242
August 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

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

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 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
April 20241

High Crime Locations Westoe in March 2025

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

1. John Clay Street (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
2. Ada Street (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. St George'S Avenue (Map)
Total3
Public order3
4. St Michael'S Avenue North (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
5. Milner Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
6. Gleneagles (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. West Moffett Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Osborne Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
9. Lord Street (Map)
Total2
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
10. Leighton Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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