Wallsend Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wallsend's crime profile in October 2024 presented a mixed picture, with overall rates significantly exceeding the UK average while showing some localized improvements. The area recorded 534 crimes, resulting in a crime rate of 11.6 per 1,000 — 43.2% above the national average of 8.1. This figure underscores Wallsend's position as a built-up area within North Tyneside where crime remains a pressing concern. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.9% of all incidents (213 cases), with a rate of 4.6 per 1,000 — 72% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (18.0%) and public order offences (8.8%) followed closely, both showing rates well above national benchmarks. Seasonal factors likely contributed to these patterns, with October's darker evenings and Halloween potentially exacerbating incidents of violence and disorder. However, the data also revealed some positive trends, such as the 50% decrease in theft from the person — a category that may have been influenced by heightened public awareness during the month. The sharp contrast between rising drug-related crimes and falling vehicle crime highlights the need for targeted interventions in specific areas. As a coastal town with a mix of residential and industrial zones, Wallsend's crime profile reflects both the challenges of urban density and the influence of seasonal events on local safety. These findings must be contextualised within the broader North Tyneside framework, where Wallsend's built-up character may contribute to higher rates compared to more rural parts of the borough.

October 2024 saw a stark rise in robbery, with incidents surging by 300% (from 1 to 4) — a figure that would concern local residents and businesses. Drug-related crimes also increased by 160% (from 5 to 13), raising questions about potential shifts in local drug networks or enforcement activity. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), possibly reflecting changes in public behaviour during darker evenings. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 15% (from 113 to 96), though this drop may not fully offset the 63% increase above the UK average for this category. Violent crimes remained high, with a rate of 4.6 per 1,000 — 72% above the UK average — a figure that may be linked to Wallsend's urban density and seasonal events. The sharp contrast between falling vehicle crime (15% below UK average) and rising other crime (122% above UK average) underscores the complexity of local crime patterns.

Wallsend's crime rate in October 2024 rose by 17.8% compared to September's 9.9 per 1,000, marking a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, 17 crimes were reported across the 31 days of October, translating to roughly one crime for every 86 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the persistent presence of crime in the area, though it remains a local metric without UK-wide equivalents. The population context reveals that Wallsend's 45,857 residents face a higher-than-average crime burden, with the overall rate 43.2% above the UK average. While the increase in violent crimes and anti-social behaviour may reflect seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween, the decline in anti-social behaviour by 15% suggests some localized efforts may have had an impact. The contrast between rising property crimes and falling theft from the person illustrates shifting patterns that warrant closer examination of specific hotspots.