Northumbria Police

Is Westerhope and Newburn Safe?

Crime statistics for Westerhope and Newburn. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 16,892 crimes
9 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

16,892 Crimes (last 36 months)
71.9% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓10.7% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 16,892 total crimes recorded in Westerhope and Newburn

Violent Crime
5,373 31.8%
Anti-Social Behaviour
3,995 23.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
1,656 9.8%
Shoplifting
1,322 7.8%
Public Order
1,204 7.1%
Vehicle Crime
947 5.6%
Other Theft
829 4.9%
Burglary
511 3%
Other Crime
417 2.5%
Drugs
285 1.7%
Robbery
132 0.8%
Possession of Weapons
123 0.7%
Bicycle Theft
54 0.3%
Theft from Person
44 0.3%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Westerhope and Newburn — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Westerhope and Newburn safe?

Westerhope and Newburn has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. 5,206 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Westerhope and Newburn has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Westerhope and Newburn in the last 12 months?

5,206 crimes were recorded in Westerhope and Newburn in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 10.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (5,828 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Westerhope and Newburn?

The most common crime in Westerhope and Newburn is Violent Crime, with 5,373 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 103.2% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Westerhope and Newburn increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Westerhope and Newburn is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 10.7% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Westerhope and Newburn?

Westerhope and Newburn has a safety score of 9 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 Westerhope and Newburn compare to the Northumbria Police average?

Westerhope and Newburn has a safety score of 9/100, while the Northumbria Police force area average is 9/100. Westerhope and Newburn is in line with the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Westerhope and Newburn?

71.9% of crimes in Westerhope and Newburn 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 Westerhope and Newburn?

5,373 violent crimes were recorded in Westerhope and Newburn in the last 12 months, representing 103.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 3,995 incidents.

When was the crime data for Westerhope and Newburn last updated?

The crime data for Westerhope and Newburn 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 Westerhope and Newburn with other areas?

You can compare Westerhope and Newburn 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.

Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.