Crime in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne: statistics, rates and trends
724 crimes were recorded in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne in the 12 months to July 2026, 40.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne at a glance
- Crime trends in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
- Types of crime in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
- Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
- What happened after crimes were reported in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
- Population and deprivation in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
- Questions about crime in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
- About this data
724 crimes were recorded in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne in the 12 months to July 2026, 40.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 255 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne has the 3,418th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne | Newcastle upon Tyne | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 724 | 38,331 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 40.7 | 119.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -8% | -14% | -1% |
| Population | 17,781 | 320,605 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne was highest in the year to July 2020 (852 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (724). Over the whole period it fell 11%, 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 | 724 | 40.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 789 | 44.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 838 | 47.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 760 | 42.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 782 | 44.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 736 | 41.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 852 | 47.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 749 | 42.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 809 | 45.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 69 |
| June 2026 | 65 |
| May 2026 | 73 |
| April 2026 | 51 |
| March 2026 | 65 |
| February 2026 | 37 |
| January 2026 | 21 |
| December 2025 | 50 |
| November 2025 | 60 |
| October 2025 | 106 |
| September 2025 | 70 |
| August 2025 | 57 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne 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. The largest increases were in burglary (+22%) and anti-social behaviour (+17%).
The largest falls were in shoplifting (-47%) and vehicle crime (-35%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 255 | 14.3 | 0.42 | -8% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 178 | 10.0 | 0.65 | +17% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 63 | 3.5 | 0.52 | -2% |
| Burglary | 50 | 2.8 | 0.80 | +22% |
| Other theft | 39 | 2.2 | 0.34 | +5% |
| Public order | 38 | 2.1 | 0.32 | -27% |
| Vehicle crime | 34 | 1.9 | 0.39 | -35% |
| Shoplifting | 32 | 1.8 | 0.22 | -47% |
| Other crime | 18 | 1.0 | 0.48 | -25% |
| Drugs | 10 | 0.6 | 0.17 | -38% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.2 | 0.17 | -25% |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.2 | 0.12 | +200% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.07 | -80% |
Violence and sexual offences in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 255 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 35.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 178 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 24.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 63 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 35% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 80% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parklands | 500 | 40.8 | +0% |
| Fawdon & West Gosforth | 947 | 84.7 | +108% |
| Kenton | 1,038 | 92.2 | +126% |
| Kingston Park South & Newbiggin Hall | 1,615 | 142.2 | +249% |
| Gosforth | 545 | 51.3 | +26% |
| Blakelaw | 1,360 | 118.8 | +192% |
| Dene & South Gosforth | 459 | 47.7 | +17% |
| Denton & Westerhope | 1,400 | 110.6 | +172% |
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, Newcastle upon Tyne over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Benton Square | 26 |
| On or near Drysdale Crescent | 24 |
| On or near Wagonway Drive | 19 |
| On or near Ferguson Crescent | 16 |
| On or near Heron Crescent | 15 |
| On or near Pine Avenue | 14 |
| On or near Roseden Way | 14 |
| On or near George Street | 13 |
| On or near Grey Street | 13 |
| On or near Swinhoe Road | 13 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne 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 | 197 | 27.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 187 | 25.8% |
| Not recorded | 178 | 24.6% |
| Under investigation | 139 | 19.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 19 | 2.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 2 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 1 | 0.1% |
Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne has an estimated population of 17,781. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne sits in decile 7.9, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 23.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 75.4% |
| Social rented homes | 11.9% |
| Private rented homes | 12.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.9 |
Is Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne a safe place to live?
Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne recorded 40.7 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 Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 255 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (178).
Is crime in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne going up or down?
Recorded crime in Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne was down 8% on the year before: 724 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 789 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.