Crime Rate in Washington South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Washington South

The total recorded crimes in Washington South, Sunderland, UK in July 2025 are around 86 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Washington South crime rate of 4.10 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 South, encompassing approximately 21,000 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (38) incidents (35.71% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (18) incidents (38.46% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Washington South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hylton Court with total crimes: 7
  • Eddlestone with total crimes: 6
  • Curlew Close with total crimes: 5

How safe is Washington South?

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

  • Relative to Sunderland:

    • In 2024, Washington South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sunderland average, with 818 crimes compared to 1605.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Washington South recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 24 other areas in the Sunderland.

    • In 2023, Washington South had fewer crimes than the Sunderland average, with 767 crimes compared to 1,571. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Washington South recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 24 other areas in the Sunderland.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Washington South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Washington South has recorded 86 crimes with crime rate of 4.10 ranking 16th out of 24 in the Sunderland, UK

In 2024, the total Washington South crimes were 818. The crime rate of Washington South in 2024 was 38.95 (year) or 3.25 (month) ranking it 24 dangerous area in the Sunderland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Washington South were around 767 crimes with yearly crime rate of 36.52 (year) or 3.04 (month) ranking 25 most dangerous area in the Sunderland.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Washington South)CrimesRank (Washington South)CrimesRank (Washington South)
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
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

Washington South 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 38 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 262 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202538
June 202528
May 202525
April 202519
March 202524
February 202523
January 202518
December 202416
November 202417
October 202419
September 202419
August 202416

A total of 129 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 202513
May 202518
April 202515
March 20253
February 20259
January 202511
December 20243
November 202412
October 20248
September 20248
August 202411

A total of 56 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20257
May 20256
April 20257
March 20252
February 20255
January 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20244
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 30 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 33 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20252
May 20253
March 20253
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 74 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20259
May 202512
April 20257
March 20255
February 20255
January 20255
December 20249
November 20247
October 20246
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 50 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20254
May 20254
April 20256
March 20255
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 20243
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 37 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20254
April 20255
February 20252
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20248
September 20243
August 20246

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

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

MonthCount
May 20251

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

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20242

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

MonthCount
February 20251

High Crime Locations Washington South in July 2025

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

1. Hylton Court (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Eddlestone (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Drugs1
3. Curlew Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
4. Woodlark (Map)
Total4
Other theft3
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Petteril (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
6. Sheridan Green (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
7. Coquet (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Winster (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Teviot (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Skylark (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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