Crime in Bedlington East: statistics, rates and trends
542 crimes were recorded in Bedlington East in the 12 months to July 2026, 91.5 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 23% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Bedlington East at a glance
- Crime trends in Bedlington East
- Types of crime in Bedlington East
- Bedlington East compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Bedlington East
- What happened after crimes were reported in Bedlington East
- Population and deprivation in Bedlington East
- Questions about crime in Bedlington East
- About this data
542 crimes were recorded in Bedlington East in the 12 months to July 2026, 91.5 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 23% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 187 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Bedlington East has the 1,450th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bedlington East | Northumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 542 | 26,302 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 91.5 | 79.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -23% | -13% | -1% |
| Population | 5,922 | 331,420 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bedlington East was highest in the year to July 2023 (1,020 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (542). Over the whole period it fell 37%, 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 | 542 | 91.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 700 | 118.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 860 | 145.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,020 | 172.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 834 | 140.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 759 | 128.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 831 | 140.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 778 | 131.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 865 | 146.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 49 |
| June 2026 | 44 |
| May 2026 | 51 |
| April 2026 | 51 |
| March 2026 | 40 |
| February 2026 | 30 |
| January 2026 | 8 |
| December 2025 | 53 |
| November 2025 | 57 |
| October 2025 | 48 |
| September 2025 | 57 |
| August 2025 | 54 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bedlington East 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 anti-social behaviour, other crime.
The largest falls were in other theft (-62%) and vehicle crime (-50%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 187 | 31.6 | 0.92 | -25% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 128 | 21.6 | 1.41 | -1% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 47 | 7.9 | 1.17 | -31% |
| Public order | 41 | 6.9 | 1.04 | -18% |
| Shoplifting | 41 | 6.9 | 0.84 | -27% |
| Other crime | 24 | 4.1 | 1.92 | +9% |
| Other theft | 21 | 3.5 | 0.55 | -62% |
| Burglary | 15 | 2.5 | 0.72 | -42% |
| Vehicle crime | 15 | 2.5 | 0.51 | -50% |
| Drugs | 11 | 1.9 | 0.57 | +22% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.7 | 0.70 | +33% |
| Robbery | 4 | 0.7 | 0.50 | +100% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.3 | 0.41 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.3 | 0.20 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Bedlington East
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bedlington East recorded 187 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (31.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 34.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bedlington East
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bedlington East recorded 128 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 23.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bedlington East
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bedlington East recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bedlington East
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bedlington East recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bedlington East
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bedlington East recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bedlington East
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bedlington East recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bedlington East
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bedlington East recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 62% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bedlington East
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bedlington East recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bedlington East
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bedlington East recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bedlington East
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bedlington East recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Bedlington East
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Bedlington East recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Bedlington East
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Bedlington East recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Bedlington East
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Bedlington East recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Bedlington East
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Bedlington East recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Bedlington East, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bedlington East.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Bedlington East |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedlington Central | 683 | 126.8 | +39% |
| Sleekburn | 600 | 132.5 | +45% |
| Bedlington West | 185 | 37.5 | -59% |
| Bebside & Kitty Brewster | 247 | 54.8 | -40% |
| Cowpen | 693 | 101.3 | +11% |
| Stakeford | 357 | 80.5 | -12% |
| Croft | 1,500 | 242.7 | +165% |
| Newsham | 803 | 128.6 | +40% |
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 Bedlington East over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Wood Lane | 54 |
| On or near Wallington Close | 45 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 36 |
| On or near Supermarket | 36 |
| On or near Mansion Court | 29 |
| On or near Stanley Grove | 26 |
| On or near Hatfield Chase | 25 |
| On or near Jubilee Mews | 22 |
| On or near Stead Lane | 21 |
| On or near Elenbel Avenue | 18 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bedlington East 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Status update unavailable | 138 | 25.5% |
| Under investigation | 134 | 24.7% |
| Not recorded | 128 | 23.6% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 126 | 23.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 8 | 1.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 3 | 0.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.6% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 2 | 0.4% |
Bedlington East has an estimated population of 5,922. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bedlington East sits in decile 2.9, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bedlington East |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 53.1% |
| Social rented homes | 26.2% |
| Private rented homes | 20.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.9 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 46.8% |
Is Bedlington East a safe place to live?
Bedlington East recorded 91.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to 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 Bedlington East?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 187 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (128).
Is crime in Bedlington East going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bedlington East was down 23% on the year before: 542 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 700 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bedlington East?
Bedlington East 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 Bedlington East. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.