Crime in Castle Eden & Passfield: statistics, rates and trends
556 crimes were recorded in Castle Eden & Passfield in the 12 months to July 2026, 86.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Castle Eden & Passfield at a glance
- Crime trends in Castle Eden & Passfield
- Types of crime in Castle Eden & Passfield
- Castle Eden & Passfield compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Castle Eden & Passfield
- What happened after crimes were reported in Castle Eden & Passfield
- Population and deprivation in Castle Eden & Passfield
- Questions about crime in Castle Eden & Passfield
- About this data
556 crimes were recorded in Castle Eden & Passfield in the 12 months to July 2026, 86.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 178 reports (32% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Castle Eden & Passfield has the 1,600th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Castle Eden & Passfield | County Durham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 556 | 64,238 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 86.9 | 119.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +7% | +8% | -1% |
| Population | 6,399 | 538,011 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Castle Eden & Passfield was highest in the year to July 2023 (609 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (470). Over the whole period it rose 3%, 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 | 556 | 86.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 521 | 81.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 470 | 73.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 609 | 95.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 541 | 84.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 491 | 76.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 497 | 77.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 547 | 85.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 541 | 84.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 49 |
| June 2026 | 34 |
| May 2026 | 56 |
| April 2026 | 58 |
| March 2026 | 44 |
| February 2026 | 43 |
| January 2026 | 43 |
| December 2025 | 42 |
| November 2025 | 40 |
| October 2025 | 56 |
| September 2025 | 48 |
| August 2025 | 43 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Castle Eden & Passfield 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 shoplifting, criminal damage and arson, other crime.
The largest increases were in other theft (+80%) and shoplifting (+54%). The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-38%) and public order (-12%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 178 | 27.8 | 0.81 | -2% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 98 | 15.3 | 1.00 | +0% |
| Shoplifting | 80 | 12.5 | 1.51 | +54% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 62 | 9.7 | 1.43 | -2% |
| Other theft | 36 | 5.6 | 0.88 | +80% |
| Other crime | 24 | 3.8 | 1.78 | +41% |
| Public order | 22 | 3.4 | 0.52 | -12% |
| Vehicle crime | 21 | 3.3 | 0.67 | -38% |
| Burglary | 20 | 3.1 | 0.88 | -5% |
| Drugs | 7 | 1.1 | 0.33 | -12% |
| Robbery | 6 | 0.9 | 0.69 | +200% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.3 | 0.32 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Castle Eden & Passfield
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 178 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (27.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 32.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Castle Eden & Passfield
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 98 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 17.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Castle Eden & Passfield
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 80 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 54% on the year before. It made up 14.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Castle Eden & Passfield
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 62 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 11.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Castle Eden & Passfield
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 80% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Castle Eden & Passfield
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 41% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Castle Eden & Passfield
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Castle Eden & Passfield
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Castle Eden & Passfield
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Castle Eden & Passfield
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Castle Eden & Passfield
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Castle Eden & Passfield
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, 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 Castle Eden & Passfield, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Castle Eden & Passfield.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Castle Eden & Passfield |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peterlee | 1,712 | 133.4 | +54% |
| Horden & Dene House | 2,293 | 206.7 | +138% |
| Blackhalls & Hesledens | 703 | 143.0 | +65% |
| Easington & Shotton | 2,376 | 137.4 | +58% |
| Trimdon & Wingate | 1,490 | 124.8 | +44% |
| Thornley & Wheatley Hill | 898 | 152.9 | +76% |
| Murton | 1,727 | 158.8 | +83% |
| Dalton & Dawdon | 1,340 | 122.1 | +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 Castle Eden & Passfield over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Medway Close | 78 |
| On or near Oakerside Drive | 33 |
| On or near Sunny Blunts | 30 |
| On or near Sycamore Drive | 28 |
| On or near Welland Close | 28 |
| On or near Teign Close | 25 |
| On or near Corby Grove | 19 |
| On or near Donerston Grove | 18 |
| On or near Severn Close | 16 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 15 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Castle Eden & Passfield 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 164 | 29.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 162 | 29.1% |
| Not recorded | 98 | 17.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 41 | 7.4% |
| Under investigation | 39 | 7.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 11 | 2.0% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 9 | 1.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 8 | 1.4% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 6 | 1.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 6 | 1.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 1.1% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 0.7% |
Castle Eden & Passfield has an estimated population of 6,399. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Castle Eden & Passfield sits in decile 4.9, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Castle Eden & Passfield |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 72.2% |
| Social rented homes | 16.1% |
| Private rented homes | 11.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.9 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 23.9% |
Is Castle Eden & Passfield a safe place to live?
Castle Eden & Passfield recorded 86.9 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 Castle Eden & Passfield?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 178 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (98).
Is crime in Castle Eden & Passfield going up or down?
Recorded crime in Castle Eden & Passfield was up 7% on the year before: 556 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 521 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Castle Eden & Passfield?
Castle Eden & Passfield is policed by Durham. 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 Castle Eden & Passfield. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.