Crime Rate in Ryhope: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ryhope

The total recorded crimes in Ryhope, Sunderland, UK in March 2025 are around 124 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ryhope crime rate of 7.67 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (67) incidents (-16.25% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (-42.31% decrease)
  • Public order: (13) incidents (-35.00% decrease)
Ryhope Crime Hotspots

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

  • Stockton Road with total crimes: 49
  • Queen Street with total crimes: 7
  • Brick Row with total crimes: 6

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Ryhope has recorded 124 crimes with crime rate of 7.67 ranking 6th 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.

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
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
Fulwell84 19935 22841 23
St Chad's45 25760 25945 20
Barnes75 21893 23772 24
Washington South47 24818 24767 25

Ryhope Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 52 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 30 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (94 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (56 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (62 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (59 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 280 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202520
January 202530
December 202415
November 202424
October 202415
September 202417
August 202430
July 202428
June 202456
May 202418
April 202414

A total of 51 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20247
September 20241
August 20248
July 20245
June 20244
May 20245
April 20244

A total of 31 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.44 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
November 20247
October 20244
September 20244
August 20241
June 20246
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 56 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20256
January 20252
December 20246
November 20245
October 20245
September 202410
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 827 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 68.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 94 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202567
February 202580
January 202582
December 202461
November 202451
October 202455
September 202470
August 202494
July 202452
June 202494
May 202462
April 202459

A total of 177 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.75 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202515
January 202511
December 202415
November 20245
October 202412
September 202412
August 202417
July 202430
June 202428
May 202410
April 202412

A total of 221 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202526
January 202523
December 202411
November 20245
October 202421
September 202412
August 202418
July 202416
June 202444
May 202414
April 202416

A total of 63 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 202510
January 20253
December 20246
November 20243
October 20247
September 20244
August 20245
July 20244
June 202410
May 20248
April 20242

A total of 14 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
September 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 75 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20255
December 20246
November 20247
October 20248
September 20247
August 20241
July 20244
June 202412
May 20247
April 20247

A total of 36 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20243
July 20244
June 20246
May 20247
April 20243

A total of 22 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
November 20244
September 20242
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
June 20246

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242
July 20243

High Crime Locations Ryhope in March 2025

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

1. Stockton Road (Map)
Total49
Violence and sexual offences36
Criminal damage and arson5
Public order5
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Queen Street (Map)
Total7
Other theft3
Burglary2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Brick Row (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order1
4. Byony Toft (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
6. Ryhope Road (Map)
Total3
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Lynthorpe (Map)
Total3
Robbery2
Burglary1
8. Handley Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
9. Regent Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Merton Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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