Crime Rate in Washington East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Washington East

The total recorded crimes in Washington East, Sunderland, UK in July 2025 are around 83 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Washington East crime rate of 3.67 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 Washington East, encompassing approximately 22,608 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (37) incidents (19.35% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (-40.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (9) incidents (-52.63% decrease)
Washington East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Stockley Road with total crimes: 8
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6
  • Biddick Lane with total crimes: 5

How safe is Washington East?

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

  • Relative to Sunderland:

    • In 2024, Washington East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sunderland average, with 989 crimes compared to 1605.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Washington East recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 24 other areas in the Sunderland.

    • In 2023, Washington East had fewer crimes than the Sunderland average, with 988 crimes compared to 1,571. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Washington East recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 24 other areas in the Sunderland.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Washington East Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Washington East has recorded 83 crimes with crime rate of 3.67 ranking 19th out of 24 in the Sunderland, UK

In 2024, the total Washington East crimes were 989. The crime rate of Washington East in 2024 was 43.74 (year) or 3.65 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Sunderland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Washington East were around 988 crimes with yearly crime rate of 43.70 (year) or 3.64 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Sunderland.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Washington East)CrimesRank (Washington East)CrimesRank (Washington East)
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
Ryhope119 81,762 61,571 9
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
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

Washington East 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 37 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (25 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , 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 (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (8 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 Anti-social behaviour (20 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 56 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
May 20255
April 20256
March 20256
February 20254
January 20251
December 20243
November 20248
October 20248
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 36 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20256
April 20253
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 20244
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 59 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202519
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20255
January 20255
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
February 20251
January 20251

A total of 283 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202537
June 202531
May 202523
April 202524
March 202523
February 202518
January 202521
December 202419
November 202430
October 202420
September 202421
August 202416

A total of 157 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.08 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202525
May 202519
April 202514
March 202512
February 20256
January 20256
December 20248
November 20248
October 20246
September 202420
August 202418

A total of 58 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20257
April 20254
February 20253
January 20257
December 20247
November 20245
October 20243
September 20245
August 20249

A total of 73 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
May 20256
April 20254
March 20255
February 20258
January 20257
December 20246
November 202410
October 20242
September 20246
August 20249

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
August 20241

A total of 27 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20256
April 20252
March 20254
January 20253
December 20242
November 20242
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 57 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20257
May 20258
April 20253
March 20253
February 20253
January 202511
December 20242
November 20247
October 20247
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
September 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Washington East in July 2025

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

1. Stockley Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Other theft1
Public order1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting5
Other theft1
3. Biddick Lane (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Barmston Way (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
5. North Crescent (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Craggs Road (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting4
7. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
8. Whickhope (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Farrier Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Foxhills Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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