Crime in Wingrove: statistics, rates and trends
844 crimes were recorded in Wingrove in the 12 months to July 2026, 82.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 11% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Wingrove at a glance
- Crime trends in Wingrove
- Types of crime in Wingrove
- Wingrove compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Wingrove
- What happened after crimes were reported in Wingrove
- Population and deprivation in Wingrove
- Questions about crime in Wingrove
- About this data
844 crimes were recorded in Wingrove in the 12 months to July 2026, 82.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 11% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 254 reports (30% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Wingrove has the 1,760th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Wingrove | Newcastle upon Tyne | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 844 | 38,331 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 82.4 | 119.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -11% | -14% | -1% |
| Population | 10,246 | 320,605 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Wingrove was highest in the year to July 2023 (1,170 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (844). Over the whole period it fell 21%, 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 | 844 | 82.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 944 | 92.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,020 | 99.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,170 | 114.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 897 | 87.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,143 | 111.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 997 | 97.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 945 | 92.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,062 | 103.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 81 |
| June 2026 | 58 |
| May 2026 | 70 |
| April 2026 | 66 |
| March 2026 | 64 |
| February 2026 | 48 |
| January 2026 | 24 |
| December 2025 | 72 |
| November 2025 | 80 |
| October 2025 | 117 |
| September 2025 | 92 |
| August 2025 | 72 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Wingrove 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 vehicle crime, other crime.
The largest increases were in other theft (+12%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-73%) and drugs (-40%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 254 | 24.8 | 0.72 | -4% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 174 | 17.0 | 1.11 | +4% |
| Vehicle crime | 95 | 9.3 | 1.88 | -30% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 80 | 7.8 | 1.15 | +1% |
| Public order | 73 | 7.1 | 1.07 | -22% |
| Other theft | 55 | 5.4 | 0.84 | +12% |
| Other crime | 30 | 2.9 | 1.39 | +173% |
| Burglary | 25 | 2.4 | 0.69 | -24% |
| Drugs | 15 | 1.5 | 0.45 | -40% |
| Shoplifting | 12 | 1.2 | 0.14 | -73% |
| Robbery | 10 | 1.0 | 0.72 | +11% |
| Theft from the person | 9 | 0.9 | 0.52 | +80% |
| Bicycle theft | 6 | 0.6 | 0.71 | -62% |
| Possession of weapons | 6 | 0.6 | 0.60 | -45% |
Violence and sexual offences in Wingrove
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Wingrove recorded 254 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (24.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 30.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Wingrove
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Wingrove recorded 174 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 20.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Wingrove
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Wingrove recorded 95 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 11.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Wingrove
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Wingrove recorded 80 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 9.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Wingrove
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Wingrove recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 8.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Wingrove
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Wingrove recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Wingrove
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Wingrove recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 173% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Wingrove
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Wingrove recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Wingrove
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Wingrove recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Wingrove
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Wingrove recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 73% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Wingrove
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Wingrove recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Wingrove
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Wingrove recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 80% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Wingrove
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Wingrove recorded 6 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 down 62% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Wingrove
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Wingrove recorded 6 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 45% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Wingrove, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Wingrove.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Wingrove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elswick | 2,649 | 145.1 | +76% |
| West Fenham | 1,127 | 100.7 | +22% |
| Arthur's Hill | 2,220 | 111.0 | +35% |
| Blakelaw | 1,360 | 118.8 | +44% |
| Benwell & Scotswood | 1,113 | 87.8 | +7% |
| Monument | 8,228 | 792.9 | +863% |
| Kenton | 1,038 | 92.2 | +12% |
| Denton & Westerhope | 1,400 | 110.6 | +34% |
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 Wingrove over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shipley Avenue | 66 |
| On or near Middleton Avenue | 62 |
| On or near Linum Place | 44 |
| On or near Supermarket | 39 |
| On or near Wingrove Gardens | 35 |
| On or near Auden Grove | 30 |
| On or near Hadrian Road | 28 |
| On or near Hoyle Avenue | 23 |
| On or near Sutherland Avenue | 23 |
| On or near Moorside South | 21 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Wingrove 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 | 320 | 37.9% |
| Not recorded | 174 | 20.6% |
| Under investigation | 164 | 19.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 161 | 19.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 15 | 1.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 4 | 0.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 4 | 0.5% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Local resolution | 1 | 0.1% |
Wingrove has an estimated population of 10,246. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Wingrove sits in decile 3.4, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Wingrove |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 24.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 65.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 61.3% |
| Social rented homes | 17.6% |
| Private rented homes | 21.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.4 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 12.8% |
Is Wingrove a safe place to live?
Wingrove recorded 82.4 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 Wingrove?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 254 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (174).
Is crime in Wingrove going up or down?
Recorded crime in Wingrove was down 11% on the year before: 844 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 944 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Wingrove?
Wingrove 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 Wingrove. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.