Rowlands Gill Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Rowlands Gill during April 2025, 5.8 crimes were recorded—a figure 24.7% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime per day, a metric that may help residents contextualise the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.5% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 28.1%. These figures suggest that interpersonal conflicts and disorderly conduct remain pressing concerns, even as the area outperforms the UK average in overall safety. Seasonal factors in April, such as Easter and spring weather, may have influenced these patterns: increased outdoor activity could contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour, while the timing of holidays might explain fluctuations in shoplifting. However, the area’s crime profile also shows divergence from the UK average, with violence and sexual offences 16% below the national rate, and anti-social behaviour 20% above. This contrast may reflect local characteristics, such as the built-up nature of Rowlands Gill within Gateshead, which could foster both community interactions and potential conflicts. The lower-than-average rate for shoplifting (9% below the UK average) might indicate effective retail security measures, though the 200% increase in April highlights the need for ongoing vigilance. Overall, the data underscores a balance between the area’s relative safety and specific challenges that require targeted attention.

April 2025 marked a sharp rise in shoplifting, with a 200% increase from one to three incidents. This surge may reflect Easter-related activity, such as increased foot traffic in retail areas. Vehicle crime also doubled, rising from zero to two incidents, a change that could be linked to seasonal shifts in car usage or parking patterns. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 85.7%, from seven to one incident—a drop that may partly explain the overall rate decline. Anti-social behaviour, at 28.1% of total crimes, was 20% above the UK average, suggesting a localised challenge in managing public conduct. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained 16% below the UK average, a statistic that contrasts with the higher-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour. These fluctuations highlight the complexity of crime trends, with some categories showing stark divergence from national benchmarks.

April 2025 saw an 11.0% decrease in Rowlands Gill’s crime rate compared to March, falling from 6.5 to 5.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as spring weather often shifts activity indoors, potentially reducing opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, a figure that may resonate with residents as a tangible measure of local safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 172 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for how frequently such incidents might affect the community. This rate, while low, should be viewed alongside the area’s population size—5,503 residents—which means the impact of each incident is felt across a relatively small community. Comparing this to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, Rowlands Gill remains safer, though the comparison section avoids overemphasising this gap by focusing instead on the localised experience of crime.