Crime in Blakelaw: statistics, rates and trends
1,360 crimes were recorded in Blakelaw in the 12 months to July 2026, 118.8 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Blakelaw at a glance
- Crime trends in Blakelaw
- Types of crime in Blakelaw
- Blakelaw compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Blakelaw
- What happened after crimes were reported in Blakelaw
- Population and deprivation in Blakelaw
- Questions about crime in Blakelaw
- About this data
1,360 crimes were recorded in Blakelaw in the 12 months to July 2026, 118.8 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 357 reports (26% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Blakelaw has the 839th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Blakelaw | Newcastle upon Tyne | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,360 | 38,331 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 118.8 | 119.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | -14% | -1% |
| Population | 11,444 | 320,605 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Blakelaw was highest in the year to July 2021 (1,852 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (1,329). Over the whole period it fell 26%, 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 | 1,360 | 118.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,435 | 125.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,329 | 116.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,487 | 129.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,576 | 137.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,852 | 161.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,505 | 131.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,730 | 151.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,829 | 159.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 108 |
| June 2026 | 121 |
| May 2026 | 120 |
| April 2026 | 125 |
| March 2026 | 97 |
| February 2026 | 88 |
| January 2026 | 37 |
| December 2025 | 141 |
| November 2025 | 93 |
| October 2025 | 131 |
| September 2025 | 145 |
| August 2025 | 154 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Blakelaw 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, criminal damage and arson, vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in other crime (+43%) and vehicle crime (+26%). The largest falls were in drugs (-46%) and violence and sexual offences (-25%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 357 | 31.2 | 0.91 | -25% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 312 | 27.3 | 1.78 | +11% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 140 | 12.2 | 1.80 | +15% |
| Vehicle crime | 118 | 10.3 | 2.09 | +26% |
| Shoplifting | 117 | 10.2 | 1.23 | -12% |
| Other theft | 81 | 7.1 | 1.11 | +3% |
| Public order | 79 | 6.9 | 1.04 | -17% |
| Other crime | 50 | 4.4 | 2.07 | +43% |
| Burglary | 44 | 3.8 | 1.09 | +19% |
| Drugs | 28 | 2.4 | 0.75 | -46% |
| Robbery | 11 | 1.0 | 0.71 | +57% |
| Possession of weapons | 10 | 0.9 | 0.90 | -17% |
| Bicycle theft | 7 | 0.6 | 0.74 | +17% |
| Theft from the person | 6 | 0.5 | 0.31 | +50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Blakelaw
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Blakelaw recorded 357 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (31.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 26.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Blakelaw
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Blakelaw recorded 312 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (27.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 22.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Blakelaw
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Blakelaw recorded 140 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 10.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Blakelaw
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Blakelaw recorded 118 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Blakelaw
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Blakelaw recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 8.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Blakelaw
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Blakelaw recorded 81 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Blakelaw
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Blakelaw recorded 79 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 17% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Blakelaw
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Blakelaw recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 43% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Blakelaw
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Blakelaw recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Blakelaw
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Blakelaw recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 46% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Blakelaw
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Blakelaw recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 57% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Blakelaw
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Blakelaw recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Blakelaw
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Blakelaw recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Blakelaw
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Blakelaw recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Blakelaw, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Blakelaw.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Blakelaw |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Fenham | 1,127 | 100.7 | -15% |
| Kenton | 1,038 | 92.2 | -22% |
| Kingston Park South & Newbiggin Hall | 1,615 | 142.2 | +20% |
| Wingrove | 844 | 82.4 | -31% |
| Denton & Westerhope | 1,400 | 110.6 | -7% |
| Benwell & Scotswood | 1,113 | 87.8 | -26% |
| Fawdon & West Gosforth | 947 | 84.7 | -29% |
| Gosforth | 545 | 51.3 | -57% |
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 Blakelaw over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Moulton Place | 71 |
| On or near Brieryside | 69 |
| On or near Wilbury Place | 66 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 65 |
| On or near Foxglove Walk | 41 |
| On or near Moor Lane | 31 |
| On or near Cragston Close | 29 |
| On or near Eastern Way | 29 |
| On or near Moorhead Mews | 29 |
| On or near Elvaston Crescent | 27 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Blakelaw 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 | 467 | 34.3% |
| Not recorded | 312 | 22.9% |
| Under investigation | 263 | 19.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 252 | 18.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 35 | 2.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 14 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 10 | 0.7% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 4 | 0.3% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 0.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 1 | 0.1% |
Blakelaw has an estimated population of 11,444. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Blakelaw sits in decile 1.5, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Blakelaw |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 22.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 62.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 39.9% |
| Social rented homes | 43.1% |
| Private rented homes | 16.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 1.5 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 48.5% |
Is Blakelaw a safe place to live?
Blakelaw recorded 118.8 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 Blakelaw?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 357 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (312).
Is crime in Blakelaw going up or down?
Recorded crime in Blakelaw was down 5% on the year before: 1,360 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,435 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Blakelaw?
Blakelaw 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 Blakelaw. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.