Crime Rate in Norton West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Norton West

The total recorded crimes in Norton West, Stockton-on-Tees, UK in March 2025 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Norton West crime rate of 1.63 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 West, encompassing approximately 9,221 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (3) incidents (-57.14% decrease)
Norton West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Dawn Close with total crimes: 3
  • Westminster Oval with total crimes: 3
  • Linnet Court with total crimes: 2

How safe is Norton West?

To understand the safety of Norton West, we need to analyze Norton West 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 West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stockton-on-Tees average, with 191 crimes compared to 1093.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Norton West recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Norton West had fewer crimes than the Stockton-on-Tees average, with 240 crimes compared to 1,060. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Norton West recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Norton West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Norton West has recorded 15 crimes with crime rate of 1.63 ranking 25th out of 25 in the Stockton-on-Tees, UK

In 2024, the total Norton West crimes were 191. The crime rate of Norton West in 2024 was 20.71 (year) or 1.73 (month) ranking it 25 dangerous area in the Stockton-on-Tees.

In 2023, the total crimes in Norton West were around 240 crimes with yearly crime rate of 26.03 (year) or 2.17 (month) ranking 25 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
Norton North68 141,054 111,136 11
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 West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (6 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 54 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20253
December 20241
November 20246
October 20245
September 20242
August 20245
July 20244
June 20248
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 14 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
November 20241
October 20241
May 20242

A total of 60 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20257
January 20254
December 20249
November 20244
October 20244
September 20241
August 20244
July 20242
June 202410
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.71 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20245
October 20241
September 20246
July 20243
June 20242

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20241
August 20241
June 20244

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
May 20242

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

MonthCount
December 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Norton West in March 2025

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

1. Dawn Close (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Westminster Oval (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Linnet Court (Map)
Total2
Public order2
4. Siskin Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Redwing Lane (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
7. Marquis Grove (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Earsdon Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Egerton Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Linley Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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