Crime in Lumley & West Rainton: statistics, rates and trends
797 crimes were recorded in Lumley & West Rainton in the 12 months to July 2026, 79.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 6% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Lumley & West Rainton at a glance
- Crime trends in Lumley & West Rainton
- Types of crime in Lumley & West Rainton
- Lumley & West Rainton compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Lumley & West Rainton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Lumley & West Rainton
- Population and deprivation in Lumley & West Rainton
- Questions about crime in Lumley & West Rainton
- About this data
797 crimes were recorded in Lumley & West Rainton in the 12 months to July 2026, 79.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 6% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 285 reports (36% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Lumley & West Rainton has the 1,856th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Lumley & West Rainton | County Durham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 797 | 64,238 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 79.8 | 119.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +6% | +8% | -1% |
| Population | 9,993 | 538,011 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Lumley & West Rainton was highest in the year to July 2019 (1,038 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (751). Over the whole period it fell 17%, 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 | 797 | 79.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 752 | 75.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 751 | 75.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 942 | 94.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 933 | 93.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,033 | 103.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,012 | 101.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,038 | 103.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 958 | 95.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 80 |
| June 2026 | 68 |
| May 2026 | 100 |
| April 2026 | 66 |
| March 2026 | 69 |
| February 2026 | 57 |
| January 2026 | 59 |
| December 2025 | 75 |
| November 2025 | 57 |
| October 2025 | 57 |
| September 2025 | 60 |
| August 2025 | 49 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Lumley & West Rainton 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 criminal damage and arson, burglary, other crime.
The largest increases were in burglary (+51%) and criminal damage and arson (+50%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 285 | 28.5 | 0.83 | -4% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 140 | 14.0 | 0.91 | -10% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 132 | 13.2 | 1.95 | +50% |
| Burglary | 56 | 5.6 | 1.58 | +51% |
| Other theft | 45 | 4.5 | 0.70 | +0% |
| Public order | 40 | 4.0 | 0.60 | +0% |
| Vehicle crime | 31 | 3.1 | 0.63 | -6% |
| Other crime | 27 | 2.7 | 1.28 | +12% |
| Shoplifting | 23 | 2.3 | 0.28 | +44% |
| Drugs | 11 | 1.1 | 0.34 | +10% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.4 | 0.41 | +33% |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.3 | 0.22 | +50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Lumley & West Rainton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Lumley & West Rainton recorded 285 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (28.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 35.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Lumley & West Rainton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Lumley & West Rainton recorded 140 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 17.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Lumley & West Rainton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Lumley & West Rainton recorded 132 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 16.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Lumley & West Rainton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Lumley & West Rainton recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 51% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Lumley & West Rainton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Lumley & West Rainton recorded 45 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Lumley & West Rainton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Lumley & West Rainton recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Lumley & West Rainton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Lumley & West Rainton recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Lumley & West Rainton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Lumley & West Rainton recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Lumley & West Rainton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Lumley & West Rainton recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 44% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Lumley & West Rainton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Lumley & West Rainton recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Lumley & West Rainton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Lumley & West Rainton recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Lumley & West Rainton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Lumley & West Rainton recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Lumley & West Rainton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Lumley & West Rainton.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Lumley & West Rainton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester-le-Street North | 1,600 | 178.5 | +124% |
| Chester-le-Street South | 706 | 62.4 | -22% |
| North Lodge | 463 | 87.3 | +9% |
| Framwellgate & Newton Hall | 1,072 | 75.6 | -5% |
| Belmont | 1,296 | 118.0 | +48% |
| Pittington & Sherburn | 380 | 79.2 | -1% |
| Sacriston & Witton Gilbert | 1,118 | 105.1 | +32% |
| Pelton | 1,228 | 78.8 | -1% |
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 Lumley & West Rainton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 50 |
| On or near Melbeck Court | 44 |
| On or near Orchid Square | 36 |
| On or near Alwyn Close | 34 |
| On or near Back Lane | 31 |
| On or near Rainton View | 29 |
| On or near Woodland View | 29 |
| On or near Supermarket | 27 |
| On or near Carnation Avenue | 25 |
| On or near Scorer'S Lane | 24 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Lumley & West Rainton 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 257 | 32.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 223 | 28.0% |
| Not recorded | 140 | 17.6% |
| Under investigation | 87 | 10.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 29 | 3.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 25 | 3.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 7 | 0.9% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 0.9% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 0.8% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 6 | 0.8% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.5% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.4% |
Lumley & West Rainton has an estimated population of 9,993. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Lumley & West Rainton sits in decile 4.5, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Lumley & West Rainton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 67.2% |
| Social rented homes | 20.9% |
| Private rented homes | 11.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.5 |
Is Lumley & West Rainton a safe place to live?
Lumley & West Rainton recorded 79.8 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 Lumley & West Rainton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 285 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (140).
Is crime in Lumley & West Rainton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Lumley & West Rainton was up 6% on the year before: 797 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 752 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Lumley & West Rainton?
Lumley & West Rainton is policed by Durham. 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 Lumley & West Rainton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.