DH7 8JZ Crime Rates: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in DH7 8JZ

DH7 8JZ, County Durham has recorded a total of 7 crimes in the recent period of September 2024, equating to a crime rate of 13.62 per 1,000 population. This DH7 8JZ crime rate stands in contrast to the broader DH7 postcode area, which has experienced 286 crimes and a crime rate of 6.71 per 1,000 population (September 2024 stats).

It's important to note that this DH7 8JZ crime data is based on a circular area with a 500-meter radius around DH7 8JZ, encompassing approximately 514 residents.

For the location information and nearby amenities in the DH7 8JZ area, explore the DH7 8JZ Area information page.
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Key Crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Sep were:

  • Shoplifting: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)

DH7 8JZ Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • North Brancepeth Close with total crimes: 3
  • Grove Terrace with total crimes: 1
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 1

DH7 8JZ Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In September 2024, Shoplifting recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3 followed closely by Criminal damage and arson, which accounted for 1 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange
Shoplifting313.620.00%
Criminal damage and arson15.840.00%
Violence and sexual offences11.950.00%
Other theft11.950.00%
Vehicle crime11.950.00%

In August 2024, Vehicle crime recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange
Vehicle crime11.950.00%

In July 2024, Public order recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1 followed closely by Other theft, which accounted for 1 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange
Public order13.890.00%
Other theft11.950.00%

In June 2024, Shoplifting recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1 followed closely by Criminal damage and arson, which accounted for 1 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange
Shoplifting15.840.00%
Criminal damage and arson11.950.00%
Other theft11.95-75.00%

In May 2024, Other theft recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 4 followed closely by Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 1 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange
Other theft49.730.00%
Anti-social behaviour17.78-66.67%

In April 2024, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3 followed closely by Other crime, which accounted for 2 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange
Anti-social behaviour311.670.00%
Other crime25.840.00%
Possession of weapons13.890.00%

In February 2024, Other theft recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange
Other theft35.8450.00%

In January 2024, Other theft recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2 followed closely by Criminal damage and arson, which accounted for 1 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange
Other theft29.73100.00%
Criminal damage and arson13.890.00%
Violence and sexual offences11.950.00%
Shoplifting11.95-50.00%

In December 2023, Shoplifting recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2 followed closely by Vehicle crime, which accounted for 1 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange
Shoplifting29.73-33.33%
Vehicle crime13.890.00%
Criminal damage and arson11.950.00%
Other theft11.950.00%

In November 2023, Shoplifting recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3 followed closely by Other theft, which accounted for 1 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange
Shoplifting39.730.00%
Other theft15.840.00%
Public order11.950.00%

In October 2023, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange
Anti-social behaviour11.950.00%

In September 2023, Shoplifting recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 6 followed closely by Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 3 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange
Shoplifting623.340.00%
Violence and sexual offences311.670.00%
Criminal damage and arson25.840.00%
Vehicle crime13.890.00%

Crime by Type

A total of 6 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. September 2023 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
June 20241
January 20241
December 20231
September 20232

A total of 16 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. September 2023 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20243
June 20241
January 20241
December 20232
November 20233
September 20236

A total of 5 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. September 2023 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
January 20241
September 20233

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
July 20241
June 20241
May 20244
February 20243
January 20242
December 20231
November 20231

A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241
December 20231
September 20231

A total of 2 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
November 20231

A total of 5 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241
April 20243
October 20231

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20241

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20242

Crime by Location in September 2024

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the DH7 8JZ postcode area is presented below.

  • 1. North Brancepeth Close
    Total3
    Shoplifting3
  • 2. Grove Terrace
    Total1
    Criminal damage and arson1
  • 3. Sports/Recreation Area
    Total1
    Violence and sexual offences1
  • 4. Petrol Station
    Total1
    Other theft1
  • 5. Coupland Way
    Total1
    Vehicle crime1