Crime in Wooler, Northumberland: statistics, rates and trends
162 crimes were recorded in Wooler, Northumberland in the 12 months to August 2026, 42.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and down 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Wooler, Northumberland at a glance
- Crime trends in Wooler, Northumberland
- Types of crime in Wooler, Northumberland
- Wooler, Northumberland compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Wooler, Northumberland
- What happened after crimes were reported in Wooler, Northumberland
- Demographics of Wooler, Northumberland
- Questions about crime in Wooler, Northumberland
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (53), anti-social behaviour (32) and burglary (21) made up 65% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 3,342nd of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lowest quarter.
| Measure | Wooler, Northumberland | Northumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 162 | 25,844 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 42.7 | 78.0 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | -14% | -1% |
| Population | 3,797 | 331,420 | 58,127,638 |
The year to August 2026 had the least recorded crime in Wooler, Northumberland of any year here (162 crimes). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it fell 17%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 162 | 42.7 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 174 | 45.8 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 183 | 48.2 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 207 | 54.5 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 217 | 57.2 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 249 | 65.6 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 207 | 54.5 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 166 | 43.7 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 195 | 51.4 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 18 |
| July 2026 | 15 |
| June 2026 | 11 |
| May 2026 | 13 |
| April 2026 | 12 |
| March 2026 | 21 |
| February 2026 | 7 |
| January 2026 | 3 |
| December 2025 | 10 |
| November 2025 | 17 |
| October 2025 | 12 |
| September 2025 | 23 |
Compared with England and Wales, Wooler, Northumberland recorded notably more burglary (56% above the national rate), and notably less violence and sexual offences (59% below) and anti-social behaviour (45% below). On the year before, anti-social behaviour fell from 45 to 32.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 53 | 14.0 | 34.2 | 0% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 32 | 8.4 | 15.4 | -29% |
| Burglary | 21 | 5.5 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Criminal damage and arson | 14 | 3.7 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Other theft | 13 | 3.4 | 6.4 | n/a |
| Public order | 9 | 2.4 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Other crime | 8 | 2.1 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 4 | 1.1 | 8.5 | n/a |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 1.1 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.5 | 1.0 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.3 | 0.8 | n/a |
| Drugs | 1 | 0.3 | 3.3 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
7 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Wooler, Northumberland; the highest is Berwick North (114.6 per 1,000) and the lowest Rothbury, Northumberland (40.7).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Wooler, Northumberland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norham & Islandshires | 208 | 43.2 | +1% |
| Bamburgh | 193 | 44.3 | +4% |
| Berwick West with Ord | 225 | 52.0 | +22% |
| Alnwick Hotspur | 498 | 103.0 | +141% |
| Berwick East | 339 | 73.6 | +73% |
| Rothbury | 214 | 40.7 | -4% |
| Alnwick Castle | 242 | 73.2 | +71% |
| Berwick North | 514 | 114.6 | +168% |
The 10 locations below account for 69% of the crime recorded in Wooler, Northumberland over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Parking Area” (26).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 26 |
| On or near Weetwood Avenue | 17 |
| On or near Bridgend Park | 16 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 15 |
| On or near Ramsey Lane | 12 |
| On or near Brewery Road | 6 |
| On or near High Street | 6 |
| On or near South Road | 5 |
| On or near Peth Head | 4 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 4 |
Of the 130 crimes in Wooler, Northumberland with a recorded outcome, 34% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales. The 32 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 44 | 33.8% | 35.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 43 | 33.1% | 4.7% |
| Under investigation | 38 | 29.2% | 11.5% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 1.5% | 3.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 2 | 1.5% | 34.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.8% | 0.6% |
Wooler, Northumberland has an estimated population of 3,797 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has an older population (38%, against 19%), fewer students (2.0%, against 7.9%) and more retired residents (38%, against 22%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Wooler, Northumberland average decile 5.0 (1 = most deprived), close to the middle.
| Measure | Wooler, Northumberland | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 11.7% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 38.1% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 49.2% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 37.6% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 2.0% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 31.6% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 18.7% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 12.9% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 55.4% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 15.3% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 29.3% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.0 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Wooler, Northumberland a safe place to live?
Wooler, Northumberland recorded 42.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 3,342nd of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest). The categories most above the national rate were burglary.
What is the most common crime in Wooler, Northumberland?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 53 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (32).
Is crime in Wooler, Northumberland going up or down?
Recorded crime in Wooler, Northumberland was down 7% on the year before: 162 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 174 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Wooler, Northumberland?
About 3,797 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 38% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Wooler, Northumberland?
Wooler, 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.