Crime in Wardley and Leam Lane, Gateshead
Comprehensive safety analysis for Wardley and Leam Lane, localized within Gateshead.
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| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Hopedene Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Public order: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Wardley Lane Map | Anti-social behaviour: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Staindrop Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Vehicle crime: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Hartburn Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Prince George Square Map | Bicycle theft: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Rennington Map | Anti-social behaviour: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Supermarket Map | Shoplifting: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Cropthorne Map | Drugs: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Meresyde Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Whinbrooke Map | Burglary: 1 | 1 |
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Leam Lane, Wardley, Heworth, Felling and Bill Quay (Gateshead East)
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Local Priorities
Anti-social behaviour in residential properties across Gateshead East
Issued: 19 Oct 2025
Status Update
Closure orders are now imposed on problematic premises whilst dispersal notices and Community Protection Notices have been used to disrupt those responsible. 11 properties have been subject to full or partial closure order with homes repossessed by the landlord or housing association. We undertake patrols at all closed properties, and anyone found breaching the order is arrested and charged.
Actioned: 21 Aug 2026
Gateshead East motorcycle anti-social behaviour (ASB)
Issued: 29 Aug 2025
Status Update
Off-road motorbikes/Surrons are the most prevalent type of ASB for Gateshead East with areas such as Whitehills Nature Reserve suffering a disproportionate amount of reports. Open community meetings with partners have been conducted with days of action to follow.
Actioned: 21 Aug 2026
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