Crime in Wensleydale: statistics, rates and trends
329 crimes were recorded in Wensleydale in the 12 months to July 2026, 103.6 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 20% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Wensleydale at a glance
- Crime trends in Wensleydale
- Types of crime in Wensleydale
- Wensleydale compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Wensleydale
- What happened after crimes were reported in Wensleydale
- Population and deprivation in Wensleydale
- Questions about crime in Wensleydale
- About this data
329 crimes were recorded in Wensleydale in the 12 months to July 2026, 103.6 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 20% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 107 reports (33% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Wensleydale has the 1,157th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Wensleydale | Northumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 329 | 26,302 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 103.6 | 79.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -20% | -13% | -1% |
| Population | 3,177 | 331,420 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Wensleydale was highest in the year to July 2024 (556 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (329). Over the whole period it fell 40%, 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 | 329 | 103.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 410 | 129.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 556 | 175.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 468 | 147.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 415 | 130.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 484 | 152.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 480 | 151.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 501 | 157.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 545 | 171.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 38 |
| June 2026 | 24 |
| May 2026 | 25 |
| April 2026 | 22 |
| March 2026 | 26 |
| February 2026 | 22 |
| January 2026 | 8 |
| December 2025 | 23 |
| November 2025 | 30 |
| October 2025 | 29 |
| September 2025 | 41 |
| August 2025 | 41 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Wensleydale 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 anti-social behaviour, public order, vehicle crime.
The largest falls were in other theft (-64%) and violence and sexual offences (-42%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 107 | 33.7 | 0.98 | -42% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 88 | 27.7 | 1.81 | -3% |
| Public order | 29 | 9.1 | 1.37 | -6% |
| Vehicle crime | 27 | 8.5 | 1.73 | +69% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 21 | 6.6 | 0.97 | +5% |
| Burglary | 13 | 4.1 | 1.16 | -7% |
| Other crime | 13 | 4.1 | 1.94 | +62% |
| Bicycle theft | 8 | 2.5 | 3.06 | +14% |
| Other theft | 8 | 2.5 | 0.39 | -64% |
| Shoplifting | 6 | 1.9 | 0.23 | +500% |
| Drugs | 4 | 1.3 | 0.39 | -67% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.6 | 0.65 | +100% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.6 | 0.47 | +100% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.3 | 0.19 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Wensleydale
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Wensleydale recorded 107 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (33.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 32.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Wensleydale
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Wensleydale recorded 88 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (27.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 26.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Wensleydale
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Wensleydale recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Wensleydale
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Wensleydale recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 69% on the year before. It made up 8.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Wensleydale
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Wensleydale recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Wensleydale
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Wensleydale recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Wensleydale
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Wensleydale recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 62% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Wensleydale
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Wensleydale recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Wensleydale
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Wensleydale recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 64% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Wensleydale
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Wensleydale recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 500% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Wensleydale
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Wensleydale recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Wensleydale
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Wensleydale recorded 2 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 up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Wensleydale
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Wensleydale recorded 2 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 up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Wensleydale
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Wensleydale recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Wensleydale, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Wensleydale.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Wensleydale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isabella | 868 | 129.0 | +25% |
| Plessey | 95 | 31.6 | -70% |
| Croft | 1,500 | 242.7 | +134% |
| South Blyth | 475 | 94.4 | -9% |
| Cowpen | 693 | 101.3 | -2% |
| Newsham | 803 | 128.6 | +24% |
| Bebside & Kitty Brewster | 247 | 54.8 | -47% |
| Hartley | 316 | 65.2 | -37% |
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 Wensleydale over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Blyth Bus Station | 28 |
| On or near Wolmer Road | 27 |
| On or near Park View | 15 |
| On or near Carlton Street | 14 |
| On or near Bohemia Terrace | 12 |
| On or near Hedley Avenue | 12 |
| On or near Bath Lane | 11 |
| On or near Crofthead Close | 11 |
| On or near Horton Street | 10 |
| On or near B1327 | 9 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Wensleydale 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Not recorded | 88 | 26.7% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 87 | 26.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 74 | 22.5% |
| Under investigation | 67 | 20.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 11 | 3.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 2 | 0.6% |
Wensleydale has an estimated population of 3,177. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Wensleydale sits in decile 4.0, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Wensleydale |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 12.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 59.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 27.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 62.3% |
| Social rented homes | 18.3% |
| Private rented homes | 19.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.0 |
Is Wensleydale a safe place to live?
Wensleydale recorded 103.6 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 Wensleydale?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 107 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (88).
Is crime in Wensleydale going up or down?
Recorded crime in Wensleydale was down 20% on the year before: 329 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 410 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Wensleydale?
Wensleydale 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 Wensleydale. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.