Crime Rate in Washington South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Washington South

The total recorded crimes in Washington South, Sunderland, UK in May 2025 are around 77 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Washington South 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 South, encompassing approximately 21,000 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (31.58% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (18) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (12) incidents (71.43% increase)
Washington South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Vigo Lane with total crimes: 6
  • Bamburgh Close with total crimes: 5
  • Witton Court 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 May 2025 the Washington South has recorded 77 crimes with crime rate of 3.67 ranking 22th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Washington South)CrimesRank (Washington South)CrimesRank (Washington South)
Hendon416 15,314 15,009 1
Millfield265 23,908 24,059 2
Washington North128 82,062 32,072 3
Southwick168 31,863 41,730 6
Pallion103 141,860 51,872 4
Castle163 41,383 151,500 12
St Peter's149 51,670 71,752 5
Ryhope108 131,762 61,571 9
Redhill141 61,582 101,586 8
Houghton120 91,616 81,645 7
St Anne's133 71,454 131,269 14
Washington Central109 121,582 91,512 10
Hetton114 101,533 111,478 13
Sandhill96 151,474 121,506 11
Silksworth112 111,416 141,207 15
Washington West89 161,078 171,150 16
Shiney Row83 201,154 161,142 17
Washington East87 17989 20988 19
Copt Hill75 241,031 181,124 18
St Michael's86 181,000 19933 21
Barnes84 19893 23772 24
St Chad's63 25760 25945 20
Doxford77 23977 21853 22
Fulwell81 21935 22841 23

Washington South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (64 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (62 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 94 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 20257
March 20255
February 20255
January 20255
December 20249
November 20247
October 20246
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 202418
May 202415

A total of 301 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 23.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202525
April 202519
March 202524
February 202523
January 202518
December 202416
November 202417
October 202419
September 202419
August 202416
July 202429
June 202462
May 202414

A total of 210 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 16.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202518
April 202515
March 20253
February 20259
January 202511
December 20243
November 202412
October 20248
September 20248
August 202411
July 202420
June 202464
May 202428

A total of 45 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20256
March 20255
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 20243
September 20245
August 20243
July 20243
June 20242

A total of 39 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20253
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20244
May 20248

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 56 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20255
February 20252
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20248
September 20243
August 20246
July 20247
June 20248
May 20247

A total of 63 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.85 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20257
March 20252
February 20255
January 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20244
September 20242
August 20245
July 20243
June 202412
May 20246

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 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 13 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 45 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.46 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20244
September 20244
August 20244
July 20247
June 20248
May 20243

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20242

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 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
May 20241

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 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 May 2025

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

1. Vigo Lane (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Bamburgh Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
3. Witton Court (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Hylton Court (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Eddlestone (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Redshank Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
7. Stanhope (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order1
8. Mitford Close (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Whitethroat Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1

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