Crime Rate in Washington West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Washington West

The total recorded crimes in Washington West, Sunderland, UK in July 2025 are around 84 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Washington West crime rate of 4.14 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 West, encompassing approximately 20,278 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (-20.83% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (15) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Washington West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Moorside with total crimes: 14
  • Albany Way with total crimes: 8
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 5

How safe is Washington West?

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

  • Relative to Sunderland:

    • In 2024, Washington West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sunderland average, with 1078 crimes compared to 1605.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Washington West recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 24 other areas in the Sunderland.

    • In 2023, Washington West had fewer crimes than the Sunderland average, with 1,150 crimes compared to 1,571. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Washington West recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 24 other areas in the Sunderland.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Washington West Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Washington West has recorded 84 crimes with crime rate of 4.14 ranking 18th out of 24 in the Sunderland, UK

In 2024, the total Washington West crimes were 1,078. The crime rate of Washington West in 2024 was 53.16 (year) or 4.43 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Sunderland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Washington West were around 1,150 crimes with yearly crime rate of 56.71 (year) or 4.73 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Sunderland.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Washington West)CrimesRank (Washington West)CrimesRank (Washington West)
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
Shiney Row76 201,154 161,142 17
Washington South86 16818 24767 25
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 West 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 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (11 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 137 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 202512
May 202512
April 20258
March 20258
February 20253
January 202515
December 202410
November 202411
October 20248
September 202413
August 202421

A total of 63 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20257
April 20253
March 20258
February 20254
January 20253
December 20249
November 20247
October 20242
September 20248
August 20244

A total of 75 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20256
April 20257
March 20253
February 20255
January 202510
December 20246
November 20245
October 20248
September 20249
August 20249

A total of 289 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202524
May 202525
April 202523
March 202526
February 202529
January 202525
December 202421
November 202419
October 202425
September 202422
August 202431

A total of 29 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20253
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20246
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 61 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20252
May 202510
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 202412
November 20243
October 20245
September 20245
August 20247

A total of 66 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20256
April 20256
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 202415
November 20246
October 20244
September 20247
August 20246

A total of 118 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202515
May 202514
April 202511
March 20255
February 20255
January 202510
December 20243
November 202414
October 20243
September 20244
August 202419

A total of 61 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.55 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20255
April 20251
February 20253
January 20257
December 20248
November 20244
October 202412
September 20243
August 20246

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20252

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
August 20243

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
September 20241

High Crime Locations Washington West in July 2025

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

1. Moorside (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting11
Robbery2
Other theft1
2. Albany Way (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour5
Vehicle crime2
Other theft1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Parsons Road (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Winston Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Foxton Hall (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Theft from the person1
7. Esthwaite (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Boystones Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Whinway (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Elterwater (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2

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