Crime Rate in Fulwell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Fulwell

The total recorded crimes in Fulwell, Sunderland, UK in March 2025 are around 84 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Fulwell crime rate of 2.98 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 Fulwell, encompassing approximately 28,211 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Shoplifting: (34) incidents (41.67% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (137.50% increase)
  • Public order: (12) incidents (33.33% increase)
Fulwell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cleveland View with total crimes: 19
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 18
  • Whitburn Terrace with total crimes: 8

How safe is Fulwell?

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

  • Relative to Sunderland:

    • In 2024, Fulwell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sunderland average, with 935 crimes compared to 1605.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Fulwell recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, Fulwell had fewer crimes than the Sunderland average, with 841 crimes compared to 1,571. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Fulwell recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sunderland, Fulwell has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Fulwell Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Fulwell has recorded 84 crimes with crime rate of 2.98 ranking 19th out of 24 in the Sunderland, UK

In 2024, the total Fulwell crimes were 935. The crime rate of Fulwell in 2024 was 33.14 (year) or 2.76 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Sunderland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Fulwell were around 841 crimes with yearly crime rate of 29.81 (year) or 2.48 (month) ranking 23 most dangerous area in the Sunderland.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sunderland)CrimesRank (Sunderland)CrimesRank (Sunderland)
Hendon321 15,314 15,009 1
Millfield285 23,908 24,059 2
Washington North109 102,062 32,072 3
Southwick136 31,863 41,730 6
Pallion128 41,860 51,872 4
St Peter's123 71,670 71,752 5
Redhill125 51,582 101,586 8
Ryhope124 61,762 61,571 9
Houghton118 81,616 81,645 7
Washington Central91 161,582 91,512 10
Castle118 91,383 151,500 12
Sandhill98 131,474 121,506 11
Hetton108 111,533 111,478 13
Silksworth100 121,416 141,207 15
St Anne's97 151,454 131,269 14
Copt Hill97 141,031 181,124 18
Washington West59 231,078 171,150 16
Shiney Row87 181,154 161,142 17
Doxford89 17977 21853 22
Washington East59 22989 20988 19
St Michael's76 201,000 19933 21
St Chad's45 25760 25945 20
Barnes75 21893 23772 24
Washington South47 24818 24767 25

Fulwell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (34 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (15 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 49 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (35 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (44 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (38 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 173 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20257
January 20255
December 202412
November 202411
October 20246
September 20247
August 202420
July 202427
June 202444
May 202419
April 20246

A total of 51 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20246
September 202410
August 20242
July 20245
June 20246
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 58 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20246
November 20243
October 20242
September 20245
August 20241
July 20248
June 202414
May 20249
April 20243

A total of 196 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 20258
January 202512
December 202410
November 202421
October 202413
September 202412
August 202414
July 202419
June 202438
May 202418
April 202412

A total of 47 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20259
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
July 20245
June 20248
May 20241
April 20242

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
February 20251
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 274 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.83 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 49 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202534
February 202524
January 202515
December 202449
November 202435
October 202425
September 202438
August 202423
July 202414
June 20248
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 25 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20245
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 73 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20243
October 20242
September 20248
August 202415
July 20249
June 202422
May 20247
April 20242

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20254
November 20242
August 20242
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 44 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20255
December 20243
November 20248
October 20243
September 20241
August 20245
July 20242
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 11 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Fulwell in March 2025

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

1. Cleveland View (Map)
Total19
Shoplifting16
Anti-social behaviour3
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total18
Shoplifting12
Public order5
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Whitburn Terrace (Map)
Total8
Public order4
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
4. Sea Road (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting5
Public order1
Robbery1
5. Maud Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Seafields (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting1
7. Prince'S Avenue (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Kings Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Kentmere Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Princes Gardens (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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