Haydon Bridge Crime Rate

Crime statistics for Haydon Bridge, covering the period from January 2025 to December 2025, indicate a crime rate of 42.6 per 1,000 residents. This is notably lower than the UK average of 91.6 per 1,000, suggesting a relatively safer environment compared to many other areas within the nation. While the overall safety score for Haydon Bridge is a respectable 89 out of 100, it’s important to consider the specific types of crimes occurring and understand the factors that contribute to these statistics. The consistent, albeit stable, crime rate paints a picture of a community where vigilance and awareness are key.

The most recent data for Haydon Bridge, covering January 2025 to December 2025, reveals a concerning pattern of crime types. Violence and sexual offences account for the largest proportion, with 47 recorded incidents, representing 46.1% of all reported crimes. Following closely are public order offences (11 incidents, 10.8%) and vehicle crime (11 incidents, 10.8%). Other theft constitutes 9.8% of crimes, while burglary, at 5.9%, is comparatively lower. The relatively small number of burglaries (6 incidents) might suggest a lower risk of forced entry, but the prevalence of violent offences necessitates heightened vigilance within the community. The limited data available regarding shoplifting and bicycle theft further indicates that these are less frequent concerns in Haydon Bridge.

Crime rates in Haydon Bridge have remained relatively stable year-on-year, exhibiting a 4.1% increase from January 2025 to December 2025. While the overall trend is stable, monthly fluctuations are noticeable. For example, crime peaked in June 2025 with 5.0 crimes per 1,000 residents, and again in August 2025 with 5.4 per 1,000. A significant spike also occurred in December 2025, reaching 6.7 per 1,000. These variations likely reflect seasonal factors and local events, but warrant continued monitoring to identify potential underlying causes and implement targeted preventative measures.

How To Keep Safe in Haydon Bridge

Given the prevalence of violence and sexual offences, be mindful of your surroundings, particularly when walking alone at night. Vehicle crime is also a concern; always lock your vehicle and remove valuables from view. Public order offences suggest maintaining a respectful distance from potential conflicts. Consider joining or supporting local neighbourhood watch schemes to foster a sense of community and shared responsibility. Finally, be aware of your belongings and report any suspicious activity to the authorities promptly.

Throughout the period of January 2025 to December 2025, criminal activity in Haydon Bridge appears to follow a pattern influenced by daily routines. During the morning (6am-12pm), theft and vehicle crime are more prevalent. The afternoon (12pm-6pm) sees theft activity peak. In the evening (6pm-12am), vehicle crime becomes more frequent, while the night (12am-6am) demonstrates a notable concentration of vehicle crime and a smaller degree of burglary. This suggests that opportunistic crime, particularly vehicle-related, is more common during hours when vehicles are parked unattended or visibility is reduced.

When compared to similar areas, Haydon Bridge's crime rate presents a mixed picture. Redburn boasts a remarkably low crime rate of 0.0 per 1,000, highlighting a significantly safer environment. Allendale Town has a crime rate of 28.4 per 1,000, suggesting a slightly higher risk than Haydon Bridge. However, Acomb demonstrates a considerably higher rate of 151.4 per 1,000, and Hexham records 69.6 per 1,000, indicating that Haydon Bridge sits somewhere in the middle range when considering the surrounding communities.

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