Is Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) Safe?
Crime statistics for Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village). Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 1,451 total crimes recorded in Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village)
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) safe?
Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) has a CrimeRadar safety score of 8/100, rated High Crime. 1,451 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) in the last 12 months?
1,451 crimes were recorded in Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 2.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,419 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village)?
The most common crime in Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) is Violent Crime, with 419 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 28.9% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 2.3% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.
What is the safety score for Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village)?
Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) has a safety score of 8 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) compare to the Durham Constabulary average?
Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) has a safety score of 8/100, while the Durham Constabulary force area average is 24/100. Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village)?
29.6% of crimes in Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village)?
419 violent crimes were recorded in Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) in the last 12 months, representing 28.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 209 incidents.
When was the crime data for Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) last updated?
The crime data for Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) with other areas?
You can compare Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.