Shiney Row and Penshaw Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Shiney Row and Penshaw, a built-up area within Sunderland, reported a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents in November 2025, 32.9% below the UK average of 7.3. This figure underscores the area's relatively safer profile compared to national trends, though specific crime categories reveal nuanced patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 30.1% of all incidents, the highest single category, followed by anti-social behaviour and shoplifting at 12.9% each. These figures align with the area's characteristics as a mixed-use urban district with retail and residential zones. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday, and shorter daylight hours—may have influenced crime dynamics. For instance, the 20% increase in shoplifting could be linked to the retail rush of Black Friday, while the 50% above UK average rate for vehicle crime may reflect vulnerabilities in local parking infrastructure or increased vehicle movement. Conversely, the 43% below UK average rate for anti-social behaviour suggests effective community policing or seasonal reductions in public gatherings. The overall crime rate, though lower than the UK average, masks variations in specific categories, highlighting the need for targeted strategies. The 150% above UK average rate for 'other crime'—a broad category encompassing diverse offences—raises questions about unaddressed vulnerabilities. These patterns must be contextualized within the area's urban fabric, where commercial activity and residential density intersect, creating unique crime profiles that differ from both rural and large urban centres. The interplay of local factors and seasonal rhythms continues to shape the area's crime profile, demanding careful analysis.

November 2025 saw a 120% surge in vehicle crime, jumping from 5 to 11 incidents, a stark contrast to the 50% above UK average rate for this category. This spike may reflect seasonal factors such as increased car usage during Black Friday shopping or vulnerabilities in local parking infrastructure. Meanwhile, shoplifting rose by 20% (10 to 12), aligning with the retail-focused nature of the area and the timing of Black Friday. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 60%, potentially linked to reduced social activity during darker evenings. The breakdown also reveals a 33.3% increase in 'other crime'—a category encompassing diverse offences—from 6 to 8 incidents. This rise, combined with the 50% above UK average for vehicle crime, suggests targeted interventions may be needed for specific crime types. Anti-social behaviour dropped by 42.9% (21 to 12), due to local initiatives or seasonal changes in community activity.

Shiney Row and Penshaw's crime rate in November 2025 fell to 4.9 per 1,000 residents, a 15.5% drop from the previous month's 5.8. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, where reduced daylight hours and fewer large gatherings during November may temper certain types of crime. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 3 incidents per day over the 30-day period, slightly lower than the 3.3 average seen in October. The monthly exposure figure of 1 crime per 206 residents places the area in a safer bracket compared to national averages, though this is a monthly aggregate and does not reflect daily risk. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while individual incidents remain rare, the 50% above UK average rate for vehicle crime and 150% above average for 'other crime' categories reveal specific vulnerabilities. These anomalies suggest localized factors, such as increased vehicle theft opportunities or unregulated activity in under-monitored spaces, may contribute to these figures despite the overall decline.