Crime Rate in Monkton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Monkton

The total recorded crimes in Monkton, South Tyneside, UK in July 2025 are around 61 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Monkton crime rate of 3.13 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (-21.21% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (-8.33% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (-46.15% decrease)
Monkton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Marr Road with total crimes: 8
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 5
  • Sussex Street 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 areas in the South Tyneside.

    • 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 areas in the South Tyneside.

  • 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 July 2025 the Monkton has recorded 61 crimes with crime rate of 3.13 ranking 12th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Monkton)CrimesRank (Monkton)CrimesRank (Monkton)
Beacon and Bents205 12,972 12,589 1
Simonside and Rekendyke191 22,154 22,108 2
Primrose147 31,857 31,888 3
West Park105 51,484 41,541 4
Horsley Hill126 41,468 51,490 5
Biddick and All Saints105 61,081 71,380 6
Hebburn South82 81,152 61,012 8
Hebburn North51 14933 121,074 7
Whiteleas102 71,000 91,005 9
Boldon Colliery80 91,044 8969 10
Bede78 10997 10871 11
Fellgate and Hedworth49 15951 11821 13
Cleadon Park61 11759 14744 15
Harton56 13744 15864 12
Westoe48 16706 16720 16
Cleadon and East Boldon28 18411 18572 17
Whitburn and Marsden48 17552 17525 18

Monkton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 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 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 120 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202512
May 20258
April 20259
March 202510
February 20252
January 20257
December 20248
November 202411
October 202415
September 202410
August 202417

A total of 313 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.08 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202526
June 202533
May 202535
April 202525
March 202521
February 202527
January 202532
December 202427
November 202418
October 202420
September 202422
August 202427

A total of 52 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20252
April 20253
March 20253
February 20258
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20248
August 202411

A total of 27 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20256
May 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20252
February 20255
January 20254
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 81 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202513
May 202511
April 20256
March 20256
February 20258
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 202414
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
September 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
December 20241
September 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20246
September 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20253
August 20241

A total of 1 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

High Crime Locations Monkton in July 2025

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

1. Marr Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
3. Sussex Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Robbery1
4. Monkton Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Windsor Crescent (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Bede Burn Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Oak Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Civic Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Witty Avenue (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Ushaw Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1

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