Crime Rate in Norton North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Norton North

The total recorded crimes in Norton North, Stockton-on-Tees, UK in March 2025 are around 68 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Norton North crime rate of 2.50 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 Norton North, encompassing approximately 27,197 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (31) incidents (63.16% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (45.45% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
Norton North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Holly Street with total crimes: 8
  • High Street with total crimes: 6
  • Chesterton Court with total crimes: 5

How safe is Norton North?

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

  • Relative to Stockton-on-Tees:

    • In 2024, Norton North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stockton-on-Tees average, with 1054 crimes compared to 1093.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Norton North witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Norton North experienced a greater number of crimes than the Stockton-on-Tees average, with 1,136 crimes compared to 1,060. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Norton North witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Stockton-on-Tees, Norton North has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Norton North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Norton North has recorded 68 crimes with crime rate of 2.79 ranking 14th out of 25 in the Stockton-on-Tees, UK

In 2024, the total Norton North crimes were 1,054. The crime rate of Norton North in 2024 was 38.75 (year) or 3.23 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Stockton-on-Tees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Norton North were around 1,136 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.77 (year) or 3.48 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Stockton-on-Tees.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Stockton-on-Tees)CrimesRank (Stockton-on-Tees)CrimesRank (Stockton-on-Tees)
Stockton Town Centre325 14,496 13,042 1
Mandale and Victoria264 22,834 22,681 2
Parkfield and Oxbridge135 31,931 32,003 3
Norton South124 51,713 41,654 4
Roseworth129 41,389 71,239 9
Newtown113 61,619 51,525 5
Billingham Central86 111,264 81,492 6
Billingham East97 91,435 61,465 7
Bishopsgarth and Elm Tree104 71,173 101,191 10
Stainsby Hill103 81,035 121,279 8
Hardwick and Salters Lane64 161,236 91,057 12
Ingleby Barwick East91 10772 15904 13
Yarm78 12831 13782 16
Billingham South69 13816 14853 15
Village67 15728 16882 14
Eaglescliffe47 19580 19666 17
Hartburn39 20639 17552 19
Ingleby Barwick West56 17535 20538 20
Billingham North51 18597 18654 18
Grangefield26 23451 22517 21
Fairfield38 21456 21456 22
Northern Parishes30 22186 26268 23
Billingham West17 24240 23259 24
Western Parishes12 26221 24229 26
Norton West15 25191 25240 25

Norton North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 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 (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (52 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (25 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (42 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 212 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.67 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202511
January 202516
December 202412
November 202424
October 202422
September 202412
August 202420
July 202413
June 202424
May 202425
April 202417

A total of 352 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 29.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202519
January 202531
December 202415
November 202426
October 202423
September 202424
August 202423
July 202434
June 202452
May 202432
April 202442

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
July 20243
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 70 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 202511
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20246
September 202410
August 20246
July 20243
June 202412
May 20246
April 20246

A total of 103 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 202510
December 20243
November 20248
October 20248
September 20249
August 20243
July 202413
June 202414
May 202411
April 202413

A total of 58 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20259
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
September 20245
August 20243
July 20242
June 202416
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 46 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20244
September 20241
August 20244
July 20246
June 202410
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 30 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20243
July 20242
June 20248
May 20243
April 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20245
September 20241
August 20246
June 20242
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 84 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20252
December 20242
November 20248
October 20249
September 20248
August 20249
July 20247
June 202418
May 20247
April 20248

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

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
August 20241
July 20242

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
May 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations Norton North in March 2025

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

1. Holly Street (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
2. High Street (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour4
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Chesterton Court (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Picton Place (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
5. Grassholm Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Norton Avenue (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Parsons Walk (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Centenary Crescent (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Esk Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
10. Leven Road (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1

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