Hetton-le-Hole Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hetton-le-Hole’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 9.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 28.8% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure reflects a persistent challenge for the built-up area within Sunderland, where violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of reported crimes (37.2%), followed by anti-social behaviour (11.6%) and other crime (11.6%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a densely populated urban extension of a larger city, where high foot traffic and social interactions may contribute to higher rates of violent and anti-social incidents. Seasonal factors also played a role: the onset of dark evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night likely contributed to an uptick in certain crimes, though this was not explicitly reflected in the data. Conversely, shoplifting rates remained lower than the UK average, at 0.4 per 1,000 (37% below), suggesting that targeted efforts in retail areas may have had a measurable impact. The dominance of violence-related crimes, however, indicates a broader concern for public safety that extends beyond specific seasonal influences. This context is critical for understanding the area’s crime profile, as it underscores the need for both immediate interventions and long-term strategies to address the root causes of persistent violence and disorder.

November 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 100% (from 3 to 6 incidents) and robbery increasing by 100% (from 0 to 1). Possession of weapons also rose sharply, doubling from 1 to 2 cases. These increases may partly explain the overall rise in the crime rate compared to the previous month. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 46.2% (from 13 to 7), and burglary decreased by 22.2% (from 9 to 7), suggesting some areas of local success in crime prevention. Shoplifting, at 0.4 per 1,000, remains 37% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, offering a rare positive contrast to the area’s generally elevated crime profile. This divergence highlights the uneven nature of local crime patterns, with some categories responding to targeted efforts while others continue to rise. For residents, the sharp increase in vehicle crime is a concrete concern, as it directly impacts daily life in the area.

In November 2025, Hetton-le-Hole’s crime rate rose to 9.4 per 1,000 residents, a 4.9% increase from October’s 9.0 per 1,000. This brings the area’s rate 28.8% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the local community faces roughly three reported crimes each day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in the built-up area. When scaled to the population of 9,124, this translates to one crime occurring for every 106 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is a useful local metric, it remains distinct from national averages, which are not provided for daily or monthly comparisons. The population-scaled perspective highlights the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas where crime rates remain high relative to the UK average. This context is critical for residents and local authorities seeking to understand the broader implications of the current crime profile.