Crime Rate in St Michael's: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in St Michael's

The total recorded crimes in St Michael's, Sunderland, UK in March 2025 are around 76 as per the recent police data. This equates to a St Michael's crime rate of 0.33 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 St Michael's, encompassing approximately 228,068 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (24) incidents (-17.24% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (22) incidents (175.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
St Michael's Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 7
  • Corby Gate with total crimes: 5
  • Alexandra Park with total crimes: 4

How safe is St Michael's?

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

  • Relative to Sunderland:

    • In 2024, St Michael's demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sunderland average, with 1000 crimes compared to 1605.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, St Michael's recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, St Michael's had fewer crimes than the Sunderland average, with 933 crimes compared to 1,571. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, St Michael's recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sunderland, St Michael's has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

St Michael's Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the St Michael's has recorded 76 crimes with crime rate of 0.33 ranking 20th out of 24 in the Sunderland, UK

In 2024, the total St Michael's crimes were 1,000. The crime rate of St Michael's in 2024 was 38.73 (year) or 3.23 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Sunderland.

In 2023, the total crimes in St Michael's were around 933 crimes with yearly crime rate of 31.14 (year) or 2.59 (month) ranking 21 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
Fulwell84 19935 22841 23
St Chad's45 25760 25945 20
Barnes75 21893 23772 24
Washington South47 24818 24767 25

St Michael's Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (23 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (48 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

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

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 132 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 20254
December 20244
November 20248
October 20249
September 20249
August 202423
July 202410
June 202424
May 202418
April 202411

A total of 109 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20257
January 202510
December 20247
November 20249
October 20243
September 202414
August 202412
July 202412
June 202414
May 202410
April 20245

A total of 124 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 20258
January 20254
December 20244
November 202413
October 20249
September 20246
August 20248
July 202410
June 202420
May 202411
April 20249

A total of 298 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202524
February 202529
January 202516
December 202427
November 202423
October 202431
September 202421
August 202421
July 202421
June 202448
May 202419
April 202418

A total of 63 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20252
December 20245
November 20245
October 20248
September 20245
August 20248
July 20244
June 20242
May 20248
April 20245

A total of 99 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20258
January 20257
December 20243
November 20248
October 20248
September 202410
August 202410
July 202413
June 20248
May 202411
April 20248

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
July 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 46 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20244
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20245
July 20247
June 202414
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 32 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20257
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 41 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20245
November 20242
October 20247
September 20245
August 20241
July 20244
June 20242
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 28 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20244
August 20241
June 20248
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 12 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241

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

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations St Michael's in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the St Michael's postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
2. Corby Gate (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Alexandra Park (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime4
4. Woodside (Map)
Total3
Bicycle theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Cuba Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Belford Terrace (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
9. Lorne Terrace (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
10. Park Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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