Crime in Bebside & Kitty Brewster: statistics, rates and trends
247 crimes were recorded in Bebside & Kitty Brewster in the 12 months to July 2026, 54.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 14% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Bebside & Kitty Brewster at a glance
- Crime trends in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
- Types of crime in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
- Bebside & Kitty Brewster compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
- What happened after crimes were reported in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
- Population and deprivation in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
- Questions about crime in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
- About this data
247 crimes were recorded in Bebside & Kitty Brewster in the 12 months to July 2026, 54.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 14% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 78 reports (32% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Bebside & Kitty Brewster has the 2,825th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bebside & Kitty Brewster | Northumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 247 | 26,302 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 54.8 | 79.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -14% | -13% | -1% |
| Population | 4,509 | 331,420 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bebside & Kitty Brewster was highest in the year to July 2018 (516 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (247). Over the whole period it fell 52%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 247 | 54.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 286 | 63.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 398 | 88.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 475 | 105.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 398 | 88.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 433 | 96.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 417 | 92.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 488 | 108.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 516 | 114.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 23 |
| June 2026 | 21 |
| May 2026 | 19 |
| April 2026 | 16 |
| March 2026 | 19 |
| February 2026 | 10 |
| January 2026 | 10 |
| December 2025 | 17 |
| November 2025 | 26 |
| October 2025 | 22 |
| September 2025 | 34 |
| August 2025 | 30 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bebside & Kitty Brewster over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for other crime.
The largest increases were in anti-social behaviour (+18%). The largest falls were in public order (-50%) and criminal damage and arson (-32%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 78 | 17.3 | 0.51 | -19% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 53 | 11.8 | 0.77 | +18% |
| Shoplifting | 26 | 5.8 | 0.70 | +136% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 19 | 4.2 | 0.62 | -32% |
| Other crime | 14 | 3.1 | 1.47 | +40% |
| Other theft | 14 | 3.1 | 0.49 | -18% |
| Public order | 14 | 3.1 | 0.47 | -50% |
| Burglary | 12 | 2.7 | 0.75 | -33% |
| Vehicle crime | 6 | 1.3 | 0.27 | -40% |
| Robbery | 5 | 1.1 | 0.82 | +67% |
| Drugs | 4 | 0.9 | 0.27 | -69% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.4 | 0.54 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 78 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 31.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 53 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 21.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 136% on the year before. It made up 10.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 7.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 69% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Bebside & Kitty Brewster
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Bebside & Kitty Brewster, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bebside & Kitty Brewster.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Bebside & Kitty Brewster |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cowpen | 693 | 101.3 | +85% |
| Newsham | 803 | 128.6 | +135% |
| Isabella | 868 | 129.0 | +135% |
| Croft | 1,500 | 242.7 | +343% |
| Plessey | 95 | 31.6 | -42% |
| Bedlington East | 542 | 91.5 | +67% |
| South Blyth | 475 | 94.4 | +72% |
| Wensleydale | 329 | 103.6 | +89% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Bebside & Kitty Brewster over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 44 |
| On or near Tynedale Drive | 15 |
| On or near Ark Royal Close | 12 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 12 |
| On or near Highfield | 10 |
| On or near Yeavering Way | 10 |
| On or near Horton Park | 9 |
| On or near Edlingham Green | 8 |
| On or near Kingsdale Avenue | 8 |
| On or near Aydon Square | 7 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bebside & Kitty Brewster over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 87 | 35.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 54 | 21.9% |
| Not recorded | 53 | 21.5% |
| Under investigation | 47 | 19.0% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 3 | 1.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 2 | 0.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 1 | 0.4% |
Bebside & Kitty Brewster has an estimated population of 4,509. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bebside & Kitty Brewster sits in decile 7.3, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bebside & Kitty Brewster |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 66.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 82.8% |
| Social rented homes | 6.4% |
| Private rented homes | 10.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.3 |
Is Bebside & Kitty Brewster a safe place to live?
Bebside & Kitty Brewster recorded 54.8 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Bebside & Kitty Brewster?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 78 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (53).
Is crime in Bebside & Kitty Brewster going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bebside & Kitty Brewster was down 14% on the year before: 247 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 286 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bebside & Kitty Brewster?
Bebside & Kitty Brewster is policed by Northumbria. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Bebside & Kitty Brewster. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.