Chopwell Crime Rate

Chopwell experiences an overall crime rate of 86.3 per 1,000 residents per year, which is slightly below the UK average of 93.4 per 1,000. Despite this, the area maintains a commendable safety score of 81 out of 100, surpassing the national average of 78, indicating a relatively secure environment. Encouragingly, Chopwell has seen a positive trend in its crime statistics, with a 13.1% decrease in overall crime year-on-year. This report delves into the specific crime types and trends, offering residents a detailed understanding of the local safety landscape.

In Chopwell, an examination of crime types reveals that violence and sexual offences are the most common, with 138 incidents recorded, equating to 28.6 per 1,000 residents and comprising 33.1% of all crimes. Anti-social behaviour is also a significant concern, with 128 incidents (26.5 per 1,000, 30.7%), followed by criminal damage and arson at 41 crimes (8.5 per 1,000, 9.8%).

When considering property-related crime, which includes burglary, other theft, shoplifting, vehicle crime, and criminal damage and arson, Chopwell recorded 99 incidents. This results in a property crime rate of 20.5 per 1,000 people, which is considerably lower than the UK average property crime rate of 33.2 per 1,000. While the overall property crime rate is below the national average, residents should still be mindful of securing their homes and vehicles, particularly against the prevalent types of crime identified.

Chopwell has demonstrated a positive shift in its crime trends over the past year, with an overall decrease of 13.1% year-on-year. While the general trend is downwards, monthly data reveals fluctuations. Crime rates were notably higher in November 2024 (8.1 per 1,000), July 2025 (9.3 per 1,000), and peaked in August 2025 at 11.2 per 1,000. Conversely, months like October 2024 and May 2025 saw lower rates around 5.4 per 1,000. These variations suggest a dynamic environment, but the overarching trend indicates an improving safety situation for residents, despite occasional increases in specific months.

Crime patterns in Chopwell show distinct shifts throughout the day. During the morning (6am - 12pm), burglary accounts for 13% of crimes, theft for 38%, and vehicle crime for 8%. This indicates a period where properties are vulnerable to opportunistic theft and vehicle-related offences as residents begin their day. The afternoon (12pm - 6pm) sees theft remain high at 41%, with burglary increasing to 22%, suggesting continued property vulnerability during daylight hours.

As evening (6pm - 12am) approaches, theft significantly decreases to 14%, while 'other' crime rises to 60%, with burglary at 19% and vehicle crime at 7%. This shift suggests a change in criminal activity towards social disturbances or less categorised offences. During the night (12am - 6am), vehicle crime peaks at 20%, and burglary is highest at 25%, while theft drops to 8%. This period is clearly the most vulnerable for vehicle-related offences and home intrusions, underscoring the importance of robust overnight security measures.

Comparing Chopwell to its nearby areas provides a valuable regional context for its crime statistics. While specific comparative rates for each area are not detailed here, Chopwell's overall crime rate of 86.3 per 1,000 and safety score of 81/100 offer a benchmark. Settlements such as Blackhall Mill, High Spen, Hamsterley Mill, and Ebchester form the immediate surroundings. Understanding that crime can vary even within close proximity, Chopwell's figures suggest it offers a relatively secure living environment within the Gateshead local authority area, aligning with or performing better than many of its immediate neighbours.

Despite Chopwell's property crime rate of 20.5 per 1,000 people being below the UK average, proactive home security remains crucial. Traditional security cameras often only record a burglary in progress, offering evidence after the fact rather than preventing the intrusion. For a more robust solution, consider scOS, an AI-powered home security operating system engineered to prevent crime before it happens.

scOS provides proactive protection by detecting threats at your property boundary, not after an individual has gained entry. Its multi-camera intelligence ensures comprehensive surveillance, never missing a detail, while DVLA vehicle verification can instantly identify suspicious vehicles with fake plates. Through pattern learning, scOS distinguishes between legitimate activity and real threats, only alerting you when necessary. Its autonomous response capabilities, including activating lights and engaging speakers, destroy the element of surprise for intruders, often causing them to abandon their intentions. Investing in professional-grade security like scOS can significantly enhance your property's protection, moving beyond mere recording to active prevention.