August’s statistics, released on the www.police.uk website, cover Northumbria Police’s Alnwick, Berwick and Morpeth neighbourhoods and indicate that the overall number of cases has risen by around a fifth compared to 12 months previously. The Home Office stresses that incidents are said to have taken place “on or near” named locations. July’s hot spots are available here.
5. Bridge Street, Morpeth
Ten incidents, including three violence and sexual offences (classed together) and two burglaries, were reported to have taken place "on or near" this location. Photo: Other 3rd Party
6. Clayport Street, Alnwick
Nine incidents, including four violence and sexual offences (classed together) and four anti-social behaviour cases, were reported to have taken place "on or near" here. Photo: Jane Coltman
7. Woodhill Drive, Morpeth
Eight incidents, including six violence and sexual offences (classed together), were reported to have taken place "on or near" this street. Photo: Other 3rd Party
8. Newgate Street, Morpeth
Seven incidents, including three anti-social behaviour complaints and two public order cases, were reported to have taken place "on or near" here. Photo: Other 3rd Party