Crime Rate in Ryhope: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ryhope

The total recorded crimes in Ryhope, Sunderland, UK in July 2025 are around 119 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ryhope crime rate of 7.37 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 Ryhope, encompassing approximately 16,157 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (59) incidents (28.26% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (10.53% increase)
  • Public order: (15) incidents (25.00% increase)
Ryhope Crime Hotspots

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

  • Stockton Road with total crimes: 38
  • The Village with total crimes: 5
  • The Grove with total crimes: 3

How safe is Ryhope?

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

  • Relative to Sunderland:

    • In 2024, Ryhope reported a higher crime volume than the Sunderland average, with 1,762 crimes compared to 1,605. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Ryhope witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 24 other areas in the Sunderland.

    • In 2023, Ryhope had fewer crimes than the Sunderland average, with 1,571 crimes compared to 1,571. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Ryhope witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 24 other areas in the Sunderland.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sunderland, Ryhope has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Ryhope Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ryhope has recorded 119 crimes with crime rate of 7.37 ranking 8th out of 24 in the Sunderland, UK

In 2024, the total Ryhope crimes were 1,762. The crime rate of Ryhope in 2024 was 109.05 (year) or 9.09 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Sunderland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ryhope were around 1,571 crimes with yearly crime rate of 97.23 (year) or 8.10 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Sunderland.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ryhope)CrimesRank (Ryhope)CrimesRank (Ryhope)
Hendon346 15,314 15,009 1
Millfield266 23,908 24,059 2
Washington North123 72,062 32,072 3
Southwick175 31,863 41,730 6
Pallion124 51,860 51,872 4
St Peter's148 41,670 71,752 5
St Anne's124 61,454 131,269 14
Houghton108 131,616 81,645 7
Redhill110 121,582 101,586 8
Washington Central86 151,582 91,512 10
Hetton117 91,533 111,478 13
Silksworth116 101,416 141,207 15
Sandhill111 111,474 121,506 11
Castle93 141,383 151,500 12
Washington West84 181,078 171,150 16
Shiney Row76 201,154 161,142 17
Washington South86 16818 24767 25
Copt Hill84 171,031 181,124 18
Washington East83 19989 20988 19
St Michael's66 231,000 19933 21
St Chad's57 25760 25945 20
Doxford75 22977 21853 22
Fulwell76 21935 22841 23
Barnes57 24893 23772 24

Ryhope 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 59 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (49 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (27 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (55 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (35 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (67 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 80 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (82 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 61 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (51 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (55 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (70 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (17 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (94 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 65 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20257
May 20255
April 20255
March 20255
February 20256
January 20255
December 20246
November 20247
October 20248
September 20247
August 20241

A total of 50 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20256
January 20252
December 20246
November 20245
October 20245
September 202410
August 20243

A total of 769 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 64.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 94 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202559
June 202546
May 202549
April 202555
March 202567
February 202580
January 202582
December 202461
November 202451
October 202455
September 202470
August 202494

A total of 141 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 20259
May 20256
April 202515
March 202510
February 202515
January 202511
December 202415
November 20245
October 202412
September 202412
August 202417

A total of 233 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.42 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202519
May 202527
April 202535
March 202515
February 202526
January 202523
December 202411
November 20245
October 202421
September 202412
August 202418

A total of 211 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.58 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202512
May 20257
April 202513
March 202513
February 202520
January 202530
December 202415
November 202424
October 202415
September 202417
August 202430

A total of 30 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20257
April 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 27 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
April 20251
March 20253
February 20252
November 20247
October 20244
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
September 20242

A total of 41 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20252
April 20254
March 20254
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20247
September 20241
August 20248

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
October 20241

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
January 20252
November 20244
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 44 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 202510
January 20253
December 20246
November 20243
October 20247
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242

High Crime Locations Ryhope in July 2025

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

1. Stockton Road (Map)
Total38
Violence and sexual offences26
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft1
2. The Village (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences1
3. The Grove (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Smith Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
5. Rosslyn Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Black Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Merton Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Haddon Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Queen Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Shopping Area (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2

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