Crime in Fawdon & West Gosforth: statistics, rates and trends
947 crimes were recorded in Fawdon & West Gosforth in the 12 months to July 2026, 84.7 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 Fawdon & West Gosforth at a glance
- Crime trends in Fawdon & West Gosforth
- Types of crime in Fawdon & West Gosforth
- Fawdon & West Gosforth compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Fawdon & West Gosforth
- What happened after crimes were reported in Fawdon & West Gosforth
- Population and deprivation in Fawdon & West Gosforth
- Questions about crime in Fawdon & West Gosforth
- About this data
947 crimes were recorded in Fawdon & West Gosforth in the 12 months to July 2026, 84.7 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 350 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Fawdon & West Gosforth has the 1,665th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Fawdon & West Gosforth | Newcastle upon Tyne | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 947 | 38,331 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 84.7 | 119.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -23% | -14% | -1% |
| Population | 11,178 | 320,605 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Fawdon & West Gosforth was highest in the year to July 2018 (1,900 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (947). Over the whole period it fell 50%, 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 | 947 | 84.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,232 | 110.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,100 | 98.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,132 | 101.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,092 | 97.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,480 | 132.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,464 | 131.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,654 | 148.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,900 | 170.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 70 |
| June 2026 | 82 |
| May 2026 | 90 |
| April 2026 | 86 |
| March 2026 | 77 |
| February 2026 | 74 |
| January 2026 | 24 |
| December 2025 | 76 |
| November 2025 | 68 |
| October 2025 | 91 |
| September 2025 | 109 |
| August 2025 | 100 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Fawdon & West Gosforth 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 public order, other crime, bicycle theft. The largest falls were in drugs (-84%) and other theft (-38%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 350 | 31.3 | 0.91 | -15% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 155 | 13.9 | 0.90 | -30% |
| Public order | 100 | 8.9 | 1.35 | -4% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 83 | 7.4 | 1.09 | -22% |
| Shoplifting | 59 | 5.3 | 0.64 | -33% |
| Burglary | 41 | 3.7 | 1.04 | -24% |
| Vehicle crime | 41 | 3.7 | 0.74 | -13% |
| Other theft | 39 | 3.5 | 0.55 | -38% |
| Other crime | 31 | 2.8 | 1.31 | +0% |
| Bicycle theft | 21 | 1.9 | 2.28 | +110% |
| Drugs | 11 | 1.0 | 0.30 | -84% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.6 | 0.64 | +0% |
| Robbery | 6 | 0.5 | 0.40 | -67% |
| Theft from the person | 3 | 0.3 | 0.16 | +50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 350 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (31.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 37.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 155 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 16.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 100 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 10.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 83 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 59 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 39 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 38% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 110% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 84% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Fawdon & West Gosforth
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 3 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 up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Fawdon & West Gosforth, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Fawdon & West Gosforth.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Fawdon & West Gosforth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenton | 1,038 | 92.2 | +9% |
| Parklands | 500 | 40.8 | -52% |
| Gosforth | 545 | 51.3 | -39% |
| Blakelaw | 1,360 | 118.8 | +40% |
| Castle | 724 | 40.7 | -52% |
| Kingston Park South & Newbiggin Hall | 1,615 | 142.2 | +68% |
| Dene & South Gosforth | 459 | 47.7 | -44% |
| North Jesmond | 911 | 76.1 | -10% |
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 Fawdon & West Gosforth over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Halterburn Close | 88 |
| On or near Supermarket | 80 |
| On or near Bus/Coach Station | 34 |
| On or near Parking Area | 34 |
| On or near Souter Road | 33 |
| On or near Leagreen Court | 30 |
| On or near Heddon Close | 25 |
| On or near Mapledene Road | 22 |
| On or near Belsay Gardens | 21 |
| On or near Cairns Way | 20 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Fawdon & West Gosforth 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 | 306 | 32.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 236 | 24.9% |
| Under investigation | 226 | 23.9% |
| Not recorded | 155 | 16.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 12 | 1.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 7 | 0.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Fawdon & West Gosforth has an estimated population of 11,178. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Fawdon & West Gosforth sits in decile 4.2, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Fawdon & West Gosforth |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 58.5% |
| Social rented homes | 25.1% |
| Private rented homes | 16.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.2 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 11.6% |
Is Fawdon & West Gosforth a safe place to live?
Fawdon & West Gosforth recorded 84.7 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 Fawdon & West Gosforth?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 350 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (155).
Is crime in Fawdon & West Gosforth going up or down?
Recorded crime in Fawdon & West Gosforth was down 23% on the year before: 947 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,232 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Fawdon & West Gosforth?
Fawdon & West Gosforth 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 Fawdon & West Gosforth. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.