The crime hotspots in Sunderland West according to the latest police figures

Northumbria Police has published its crime data for the Sunderland West area for the month of December (2025).

All incidents are said to have taken place “in or near” named locations.

The most commonly reported crime in this whole area was violence and sexual offences. Checkout the crime figures for the different parts of Sunderland West.

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13. Grindon

Grindon experienced 25 reported crimes. Violence and sexual offences were the most commonly reported crimes (11). | Google Maps

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14. Plains Farm

Plains Farm experienced 21 reported crimes. Violence and sexual offences were the most commonly reported crimes (7). | Sunderland Echo Photo: Tony Gillan