Crime in Haltwhistle, Northumberland: statistics, rates and trends
224 crimes were recorded in Haltwhistle, Northumberland in the 12 months to August 2026, 47.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and down 29% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Haltwhistle, Northumberland at a glance
- Crime trends in Haltwhistle, Northumberland
- Types of crime in Haltwhistle, Northumberland
- Haltwhistle, Northumberland compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Haltwhistle, Northumberland
- What happened after crimes were reported in Haltwhistle, Northumberland
- Demographics of Haltwhistle, Northumberland
- Questions about crime in Haltwhistle, Northumberland
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (83), anti-social behaviour (45) and public order (25) made up 68% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 3,112th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lowest quarter.
| Measure | Haltwhistle, Northumberland | Northumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 224 | 25,844 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 47.7 | 78.0 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -29% | -14% | -1% |
| Population | 4,694 | 331,420 | 58,127,638 |
The year to August 2026 had the least recorded crime in Haltwhistle, Northumberland of any year here (224 crimes). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it fell 22%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 224 | 47.7 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 316 | 67.3 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 337 | 71.8 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 415 | 88.4 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 375 | 79.9 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 294 | 62.6 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 280 | 59.7 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 273 | 58.2 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 287 | 61.1 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 17 |
| July 2026 | 13 |
| June 2026 | 20 |
| May 2026 | 17 |
| April 2026 | 16 |
| March 2026 | 22 |
| February 2026 | 19 |
| January 2026 | 5 |
| December 2025 | 18 |
| November 2025 | 25 |
| October 2025 | 34 |
| September 2025 | 18 |
No category with at least 20 crimes was notably above the England and Wales rate, and violence and sexual offences (48% below) and anti-social behaviour (38% below) were well below it. On the year before, public order fell from 39 to 25 and violence and sexual offences fell from 129 to 83.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 83 | 17.7 | 34.2 | -36% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 45 | 9.6 | 15.4 | 0% |
| Public order | 25 | 5.3 | 6.7 | -36% |
| Burglary | 17 | 3.6 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Criminal damage and arson | 15 | 3.2 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Other crime | 15 | 3.2 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Other theft | 15 | 3.2 | 6.4 | n/a |
| Drugs | 4 | 0.9 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Vehicle crime | 3 | 0.6 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.2 | 1.0 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 1 | 0.2 | 8.5 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
2 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Haltwhistle, Northumberland; the highest is Hexham East (73.6 per 1,000) and the lowest Humshaugh, Northumberland (18.2).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Haltwhistle, Northumberland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haydon & Hadrian | 130 | 29.0 | -39% |
| Humshaugh | 82 | 18.2 | -62% |
| Hexham West | 126 | 26.6 | -44% |
| South Tynedale | 170 | 35.4 | -26% |
| Hexham East | 436 | 73.6 | +54% |
| Bellingham | 147 | 39.6 | -17% |
| Corbridge | 325 | 61.6 | +29% |
| Stocksfield & Bywell | 80 | 19.8 | -58% |
The 10 locations below account for 46% of the crime recorded in Haltwhistle, Northumberland over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Park/Open Space” (22).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Park/Open Space | 22 |
| On or near Meadow Close | 10 |
| On or near Woodhead Court | 10 |
| On or near Woodhead Park | 10 |
| On or near Fairfield Park | 9 |
| On or near Fleming Court | 9 |
| On or near Holmeside Crescent | 9 |
| On or near Central Drive | 8 |
| On or near Millfield Terrace | 8 |
| On or near Leaside | 7 |
Of the 179 crimes in Haltwhistle, Northumberland with a recorded outcome, 36% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 0.6% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 45 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 64 | 35.8% | 35.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 56 | 31.3% | 4.7% |
| Under investigation | 49 | 27.4% | 11.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 3 | 1.7% | 34.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 1 | 0.6% | 5.2% |
| Local resolution | 1 | 0.6% | 3.1% |
Haltwhistle, Northumberland has an estimated population of 4,694 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has an older population (30%, against 19%), fewer students (3.6%, against 7.9%) and more retired residents (31%, against 22%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Haltwhistle, Northumberland average decile 4.0 (1 = most deprived), more deprived than average.
| Measure | Haltwhistle, Northumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.5% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.5% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 51.9% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 31.4% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 3.6% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 23.8% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 21.8% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 22.1% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 62.8% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 16.6% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 20.7% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.0 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Haltwhistle, Northumberland a safe place to live?
Haltwhistle, Northumberland recorded 47.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 3,112th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest).
What is the most common crime in Haltwhistle, Northumberland?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 83 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (45).
Is crime in Haltwhistle, Northumberland going up or down?
Recorded crime in Haltwhistle, Northumberland was down 29% on the year before: 224 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 316 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Haltwhistle, Northumberland?
About 4,694 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 30% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Haltwhistle, Northumberland?
Haltwhistle, Northumberland is policed by Northumbria.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.