Crawcrook and Greenside Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Crawcrook and Greenside, a built-up area within Gateshead, recorded a crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents in November 2025—41.1% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures underscores the area's unique crime profile, shaped by local dynamics and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 44.1% of total incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.7%) and 'other crime' (11.8%). The dominance of violent crime, despite being 26% below the UK average, may reflect the area's urban character and the concentration of population in a relatively compact space. November's seasonal context—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—likely influenced crime patterns. The darker evenings may have contributed to a higher proportion of violent incidents, while the pre-Christmas shopping period could have temporarily elevated anti-social behaviour. However, the overall low rate suggests effective community policing or a naturally lower propensity for crime in this part of Gateshead. The absence of significant property crime, with burglary and shoplifting both far below UK averages, aligns with the area's built-up nature, where commercial activity may be more regulated than in sprawling suburbs or rural areas. This combination of factors—seasonal influences, urban density, and targeted interventions—illustrates a relatively safe environment, though the rise in 'other crime' highlights a need for further analysis of unclassified offences.

November 2025 saw a stark increase in 'other crime', surging 300% from one to four incidents. This category, which includes unclassified offences, exceeded the UK average by 212%, highlighting an anomaly that warrants closer examination. Meanwhile, burglary and robbery each doubled from zero to one incident, marking a significant uptick despite the overall decline in crime. Conversely, crimes like criminal damage and arson fell by 50%, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as shorter evenings reducing opportunities for such offences. The breakdown also reveals that violence and sexual offences remain low compared to the UK average, with a rate of 1.9 per 1,000—26% below the national figure. For residents, the 50% reduction in public order offences may indicate a quieter month in local hotspots, though the rise in 'other crime' suggests a need for further investigation into unclassified incidents.

Crawcrook and Greenside's crime rate in November 2025 dropped to 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a 14.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.0. This represents a marked shift in the local crime profile, with daily crime counts averaging one incident per day across the 30-day period. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 236 residents, illustrating a relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. The population context further highlights the disparity: with 8,009 residents, the area's crime rate remains 41.1% below the UK average, suggesting a combination of local factors and community dynamics that contribute to this sustained reduction. While the decrease in crimes like public order and criminal damage may reflect seasonal lulls or targeted interventions, the overall trend underscores a safer environment compared to both the previous month and the national average.