

Latest crime hot spots across the north of Sunderland are revealed
The statistics, released by the Home Office on its www.police.uk website, cover January 201 with all incidents said to have taken place “on or near” named locations. December 2020’s breakdown for the area is available here.

1. Hylton Park Road
Thirteen incidents, including two anti-social behaviour complaints and two thefts, were reported to have taken place "on or near" this location. Photo: JPI Media

2. Southwick Police Station
Eleven incidents, including five violence and sexual offences (classed together) and three drugs offences, are reported to have taken place "on or near" this location. Cases may have been logged here rather than taking place here. Photo: AN

3. Newcastle Road, near Fulwell Quarry
Ten incidents, including seven anti-social behaviour complaints, are reported to have taken place "on or near" this location. Photo: Other 3rd Party

4. Dixon's Square
Nine incidents, including three anti-social behaviour incidents and two thefts, are reported to have taken place "on or near" this location. Photo: Stu Norton