Crime in Lobley Hill and Bensham: statistics, rates and trends
740 crimes were recorded in Lobley Hill and Bensham in the 12 months to July 2026, 89.5 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 27% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Lobley Hill and Bensham at a glance
- Crime trends in Lobley Hill and Bensham
- Types of crime in Lobley Hill and Bensham
- Lobley Hill and Bensham compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Lobley Hill and Bensham
- What happened after crimes were reported in Lobley Hill and Bensham
- Population and deprivation in Lobley Hill and Bensham
- Questions about crime in Lobley Hill and Bensham
- About this data
740 crimes were recorded in Lobley Hill and Bensham in the 12 months to July 2026, 89.5 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 27% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 273 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Lobley Hill and Bensham has the 1,517th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Lobley Hill and Bensham | Gateshead | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 740 | 19,584 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 89.5 | 96.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -27% | -13% | -1% |
| Population | 8,270 | 202,760 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Lobley Hill and Bensham was highest in the year to July 2018 (1,360 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (740). Over the whole period it fell 46%, 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 | 740 | 89.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,007 | 121.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 946 | 114.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 927 | 112.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,053 | 127.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,225 | 148.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,079 | 130.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,287 | 155.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,360 | 164.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 56 |
| June 2026 | 71 |
| May 2026 | 59 |
| April 2026 | 60 |
| March 2026 | 42 |
| February 2026 | 42 |
| January 2026 | 25 |
| December 2025 | 65 |
| November 2025 | 67 |
| October 2025 | 67 |
| September 2025 | 91 |
| August 2025 | 95 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Lobley Hill and Bensham 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 other crime.
The largest increases were in other crime (+38%) and vehicle crime (+33%). The largest falls were in drugs (-58%) and shoplifting (-39%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 273 | 33.0 | 0.96 | -26% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 107 | 12.9 | 0.84 | -28% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 62 | 7.5 | 1.11 | -32% |
| Other theft | 51 | 6.2 | 0.96 | -35% |
| Public order | 48 | 5.8 | 0.87 | -36% |
| Vehicle crime | 44 | 5.3 | 1.08 | +33% |
| Other crime | 40 | 4.8 | 2.29 | +38% |
| Shoplifting | 38 | 4.6 | 0.55 | -39% |
| Burglary | 35 | 4.2 | 1.20 | -29% |
| Drugs | 18 | 2.2 | 0.67 | -58% |
| Theft from the person | 9 | 1.1 | 0.64 | +50% |
| Bicycle theft | 5 | 0.6 | 0.73 | +25% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.6 | 0.62 | -62% |
| Robbery | 5 | 0.6 | 0.45 | -29% |
Violence and sexual offences in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 273 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (33.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 36.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 107 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 14.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 62 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 8.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 51 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 35% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 48 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 39% on the year before. It made up 5.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 58% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 5 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 down 62% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Lobley Hill and Bensham
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Lobley Hill and Bensham, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Lobley Hill and Bensham.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Lobley Hill and Bensham |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunston and Teams | 1,068 | 113.7 | +27% |
| Saltwell | 859 | 70.7 | -21% |
| Dunston Hill and Whickham East | 342 | 38.8 | -57% |
| Low Fell | 443 | 46.0 | -49% |
| Bridges | 2,799 | 218.6 | +144% |
| Deckham | 877 | 90.4 | +1% |
| Chowdene | 1,197 | 150.3 | +68% |
| Whickham North | 1,145 | 195.1 | +118% |
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 Lobley Hill and Bensham over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Cuthbert Street | 40 |
| On or near The Mill | 39 |
| On or near Wolseley Close | 37 |
| On or near Marian Court | 34 |
| On or near Saltwell Place | 34 |
| On or near Consett Road | 30 |
| On or near School Street | 28 |
| On or near Peacock Court | 27 |
| On or near Rectory Place | 27 |
| On or near Renwick Court | 23 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Lobley Hill and Bensham 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 | 240 | 32.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 217 | 29.3% |
| Under investigation | 144 | 19.5% |
| Not recorded | 107 | 14.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 1.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 9 | 1.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 5 | 0.7% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.3% |
Lobley Hill and Bensham has an estimated population of 8,270. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Lobley Hill and Bensham sits in decile 3.8, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Lobley Hill and Bensham |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 53.8% |
| Social rented homes | 30.2% |
| Private rented homes | 15.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.8 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 42.8% |
Is Lobley Hill and Bensham a safe place to live?
Lobley Hill and Bensham recorded 89.5 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 Lobley Hill and Bensham?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 273 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (107).
Is crime in Lobley Hill and Bensham going up or down?
Recorded crime in Lobley Hill and Bensham was down 27% on the year before: 740 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,007 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Lobley Hill and Bensham?
Lobley Hill and Bensham 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 Lobley Hill and Bensham. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.