Crime Rate in St Chad's: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in St Chad's

The total recorded crimes in St Chad's, Sunderland, UK in March 2025 are around 45 as per the recent police data. This equates to a St Chad's crime rate of 1.87 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 Chad's, encompassing approximately 24,057 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (-17.65% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
St Chad's Crime Hotspots

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

  • Amsterdam Road with total crimes: 4
  • Aston Square with total crimes: 4
  • Archer Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is St Chad's?

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

  • Relative to Sunderland:

    • In 2024, St Chad's demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sunderland average, with 760 crimes compared to 1605.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, St Chad's recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, St Chad's had fewer crimes than the Sunderland average, with 945 crimes compared to 1,571. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, St Chad's recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

St Chad's Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the St Chad's has recorded 45 crimes with crime rate of 1.87 ranking 25th out of 24 in the Sunderland, UK

In 2024, the total St Chad's crimes were 760. The crime rate of St Chad's in 2024 was 31.59 (year) or 2.63 (month) ranking it 25 dangerous area in the Sunderland.

In 2023, the total crimes in St Chad's were around 945 crimes with yearly crime rate of 39.28 (year) or 3.27 (month) ranking 20 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
Fulwell84 19935 22841 23
Barnes75 21893 23772 24
Washington South47 24818 24767 25

St Chad'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 (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

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

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (30 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (16 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 143 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202510
January 20259
December 20243
November 20245
October 202418
September 202411
August 202414
July 202412
June 202430
May 202410
April 202411

A total of 26 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20254
December 20244
November 20242
September 20245
August 20242
July 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 50 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20245
October 20247
September 20242
August 20246
July 20244
June 20246
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 211 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202517
January 202512
December 202414
November 202420
October 20249
September 202418
August 202423
July 202420
June 202430
May 202416
April 202418

A total of 34 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20245
July 20247
June 20246
May 20242

A total of 90 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20247
September 20244
August 20245
July 20244
June 202430
May 202419
April 20247

A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 20244

A total of 36 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 61 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20245
October 20247
September 20249
August 20247
July 20243
June 202410
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20243
September 20243
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241
June 20244
May 20241

High Crime Locations St Chad's in March 2025

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

1. Amsterdam Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Aston Square (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
3. Archer Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
4. Arnold Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Other theft1
6. Aldenham Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Amara Square (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Aintree Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
9. Beckwith Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Durham Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1

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