Crime in Humshaugh, Northumberland: statistics, rates and trends
82 crimes were recorded in Humshaugh, Northumberland in the 12 months to August 2026, 18.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and down 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Humshaugh, Northumberland at a glance
- Crime trends in Humshaugh, Northumberland
- Types of crime in Humshaugh, Northumberland
- Humshaugh, Northumberland compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Humshaugh, Northumberland
- What happened after crimes were reported in Humshaugh, Northumberland
- Demographics of Humshaugh, Northumberland
- Questions about crime in Humshaugh, Northumberland
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (24), anti-social behaviour (11), burglary (9), criminal damage and arson (9) and other theft (9) made up 76% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 3,907th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lowest tenth.
| Measure | Humshaugh, Northumberland | Northumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 82 | 25,844 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 18.2 | 78.0 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | -14% | -1% |
| Population | 4,501 | 331,420 | 58,127,638 |
The year to August 2026 had the least recorded crime in Humshaugh, Northumberland of any year here (82 crimes). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it fell 41%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 82 | 18.2 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 86 | 19.1 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 115 | 25.5 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 109 | 24.2 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 145 | 32.2 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 141 | 31.3 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 172 | 38.2 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 119 | 26.4 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 140 | 31.1 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 5 |
| July 2026 | 4 |
| June 2026 | 5 |
| May 2026 | 9 |
| April 2026 | 9 |
| March 2026 | 4 |
| February 2026 | 6 |
| January 2026 | 5 |
| December 2025 | 5 |
| November 2025 | 14 |
| October 2025 | 8 |
| September 2025 | 8 |
No category with at least 20 crimes was notably above the England and Wales rate, and violence and sexual offences (84% below) was well below it. On the year before, violence and sexual offences fell from 30 to 24.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 24 | 5.3 | 34.2 | -20% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 11 | 2.4 | 15.4 | n/a |
| Burglary | 9 | 2.0 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Criminal damage and arson | 9 | 2.0 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Other theft | 9 | 2.0 | 6.4 | n/a |
| Other crime | 7 | 1.6 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Public order | 7 | 1.6 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Drugs | 3 | 0.7 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Vehicle crime | 3 | 0.7 | 5.0 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
Every one of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods has a higher crime rate than Humshaugh, Northumberland.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Humshaugh, Northumberland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexham West | 126 | 26.6 | +46% |
| Hexham East | 436 | 73.6 | +304% |
| Haydon & Hadrian | 130 | 29.0 | +59% |
| Corbridge | 325 | 61.6 | +238% |
| Bellingham | 147 | 39.6 | +117% |
| South Tynedale | 170 | 35.4 | +94% |
| Stocksfield & Bywell | 80 | 19.8 | +9% |
| Prudhoe West & Mickley | 288 | 50.9 | +179% |
The 10 locations below account for 63% of the crime recorded in Humshaugh, Northumberland over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Park/Open Space” (15).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Park/Open Space | 15 |
| On or near Briar Fields | 6 |
| On or near Parking Area | 5 |
| On or near Broadacres | 4 |
| On or near Church Lane | 4 |
| On or near Front Street | 4 |
| On or near Home Farm | 4 |
| On or near Simmonds Court | 4 |
| On or near Burn Lane | 3 |
| On or near East Farm | 3 |
The latest recorded outcomes for the 71 crimes in Humshaugh, Northumberland with one. The 11 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 33 | 46.5% | 35.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 21 | 29.6% | 4.7% |
| Under investigation | 16 | 22.5% | 11.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 1 | 1.4% | 2.5% |
Humshaugh, Northumberland has an estimated population of 4,501 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has fewer households without a car (7.7%, against 23.3%), an older population (30%, against 19%) and fewer students (4.2%, against 7.9%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Humshaugh, Northumberland average decile 4.8 (1 = most deprived), close to the middle.
| Measure | Humshaugh, Northumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.3% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.9% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 56.6% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 1.7% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 31.0% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 4.2% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 41.0% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 14.4% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 7.7% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 63.8% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 10.8% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 25.4% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.8 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Humshaugh, Northumberland a safe place to live?
Humshaugh, Northumberland recorded 18.2 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 3,907th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest).
What is the most common crime in Humshaugh, Northumberland?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 24 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (11).
Is crime in Humshaugh, Northumberland going up or down?
Recorded crime in Humshaugh, Northumberland was down 5% on the year before: 82 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 86 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Humshaugh, Northumberland?
About 4,501 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 30% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Humshaugh, Northumberland?
Humshaugh, 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.