Fence Houses Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Fence Houses, a built-up area within Sunderland, reported a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents in April 2025, placing it 22.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This marked improvement aligns with the area’s seasonal context, as April’s Easter period and spring weather typically see shifts in criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 53.1% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 25.0%, indicating a persistent focus on interpersonal crime. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the data reveals a complex mix: violence and sexual offences are 23% above the UK average, whereas categories like criminal damage, vehicle crime, and burglary are significantly below national levels. This contrast may reflect local characteristics, such as the area’s proximity to Sunderland’s urban core, which could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime while lower property crime rates suggest effective community policing or reduced opportunities for such offences. The seasonal shift in April—marked by increased outdoor activity and school holidays—may also influence crime patterns, with potential links to reduced vehicle crime during Easter-related travel disruptions. These findings highlight the importance of tailored strategies to address specific challenges while capitalising on the area’s relatively low crime rates in key categories.

April 2025 saw a 21.4% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 14 to 17 incidents. However, this was offset by steep declines in vehicle crime (down 75%), burglary (down 75%), and other theft (down 60%), reflecting a shift in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences in Fence Houses now sit 23% above the UK average, highlighting a localised challenge in this category. Conversely, criminal damage and arson were 30% below the UK average, while public order offences were 63% below. These variations underscore the need for targeted interventions. Residents may find the 75% drop in vehicle crime particularly notable, as it suggests improved security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes during the Easter period.

Fence Houses' crime rate in April 2025 fell by 30.4% compared to the previous month, dropping from 8.6 to 6.0 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as spring weather often correlates with reduced outdoor crime in built-up areas. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in April, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for every 167 residents. When scaled to the population of 5,335, this suggests a relatively low frequency of incidents compared to national benchmarks. The drop in vehicle crime and burglary—each falling by 75%—may partly reflect seasonal changes, with fewer vehicles on the road during Easter holidays and reduced burglary activity as households prepare for warmer weather. These figures provide context for residents, illustrating that while the area remains below the UK average, targeted crime types like violence and anti-social behaviour still require attention.