Operated by: Northumbria Police
https://soh.northumbria.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/Newcastle is world-renowned for its nightlife, culture, heritage and sporting venues. Its suburbs are largely residential and Newcastle is also one of the most diverse areas in our force. We have police bases in the city centre, the West End, Byker and Etal Lane, plus a team stationed within the international airport.
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Current Priorities
Issue
Prevent and deter sexual offending within the night time economy
Action
Our Friday and Saturday night time economy plan means you will see uniformed officer presence across the city centre, in the areas of highest footfall. As part of Operation Cloak, uniformed officers are deployed to prevent and deter sexual offending. Whilst plain clothes officers patrol and observe for any suspicious or concerning behaviour, intervening early to prevent any offending taking place. Operation Salus focuses on vehicles within the night time economy, to prevent any inappropriate use or vehicles being located in areas which could be mistaken for a taxi.
All officers are briefed before deployment and are present to observe for signs of any vulnerability and offer immediate safeguarding. Our Safe Haven van is parked every Friday and Saturday night from 10pm – 4am in the Bigg Market, staffed by uniformed officers. Medical assistance is also available next to the Safe Haven.
Issue
Anti-Social Behaviour around Monument, Blackett Street and Bewick Court
Action
With increased footfall to the city centre, we are tackling summer increases in ASB by conducting both uniformed and plain clothes patrols. We proportionately use our powers to disperse groups, issuing dispersal orders, and community protection warning notices to stop behaviour having a detrimental effect on residents and businesses in the area. As a result, we have seen a 20% reduction in reporting of ASB this year vs 2024.
Issue
Serious violence
Action
We have a proactive team, working under Operation Spear, dedicated to reducing serious violence in the city centre. As part of their role, they focus on early identification of key individuals and target offenders. We seek to remand in custody where appropriate and look at disruption through the use of conditions, Community Protect Warning Notices and Criminal Behaviour Orders or Injunctions. Through partners in City Safe we look to make early identification of people who would benefit from diversion and intervention to remove them from situations/environments which can lead criminality. Currently, as a year on year comparison, most serious violence has been reduced by 10%.
Upcoming Events
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Kings Gate building
When: 17 July 2025 at 12:00 - 17 July 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Northumbria Students Union
When: 17 July 2025 at 16:00 - 17 July 2025 at 18:00
Newcastle Pride
Newcastle neighbourhood teams will be heading to this year's Pride celebrations.
Where: Various locations in central Newcastle
When: 19 July 2025 at 11:00 - 20 July 2025 at 17:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Students Union building
When: 21 July 2025 at 12:00 - 21 July 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Coach Lane Campus
When: 22 July 2025 at 10:00 - 22 July 2025 at 12:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Kings Gate building
When: 24 July 2025 at 12:00 - 24 July 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Northumbria Students Union
When: 24 July 2025 at 16:00 - 24 July 2025 at 18:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Students Union building
When: 28 July 2025 at 12:00 - 28 July 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Coach Lane Campus
When: 29 July 2025 at 10:00 - 29 July 2025 at 12:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Kings Gate building
When: 31 July 2025 at 12:00 - 31 July 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Northumbria Students Union
When: 31 July 2025 at 16:00 - 31 July 2025 at 18:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Students Union building
When: 4 August 2025 at 12:00 - 4 August 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Coach Lane Campus
When: 5 August 2025 at 10:00 - 5 August 2025 at 12:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Kings Gate building
When: 7 August 2025 at 12:00 - 7 August 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Northumbria Students Union
When: 7 August 2025 at 16:00 - 7 August 2025 at 18:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Students Union building
When: 11 August 2025 at 12:00 - 11 August 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Coach Lane Campus
When: 12 August 2025 at 10:00 - 12 August 2025 at 12:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Kings Gate building
When: 14 August 2025 at 12:00 - 14 August 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Northumbria Students Union
When: 14 August 2025 at 16:00 - 14 August 2025 at 18:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Students Union building
When: 18 August 2025 at 12:00 - 18 August 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Coach Lane Campus
When: 19 August 2025 at 10:00 - 19 August 2025 at 12:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Kings Gate building
When: 21 August 2025 at 12:00 - 21 August 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Northumbria Students Union
When: 21 August 2025 at 16:00 - 21 August 2025 at 18:00
Newcastle MELA
Our neighbourhood teams will be joining visitors at the biggest celebration of South Asian culture in the North East. Chat to our teams about any concerns in your local area or just come to say hello and get a photo!
Where: Exhibition Park, Newcastle
When: 25 August 2025 at 11:00 - 25 August 2025 at 16:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Students Union building
When: 25 August 2025 at 12:00 - 25 August 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Coach Lane Campus
When: 26 August 2025 at 10:00 - 26 August 2025 at 12:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Kings Gate building
When: 28 August 2025 at 12:00 - 28 August 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Northumbria Students Union
When: 28 August 2025 at 16:00 - 28 August 2025 at 18:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Students Union building
When: 1 September 2025 at 12:00 - 1 September 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Coach Lane Campus
When: 2 September 2025 at 10:00 - 2 September 2025 at 12:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Kings Gate building
When: 4 September 2025 at 12:00 - 4 September 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Northumbria University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Northumbria Students Union
When: 4 September 2025 at 16:00 - 4 September 2025 at 18:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Helix Building
When: 24 September 2025 at 12:00 - 24 September 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Helix Building
When: 8 October 2025 at 12:00 - 8 October 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Helix Building
When: 22 October 2025 at 12:00 - 22 October 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Helix Building
When: 5 November 2025 at 12:00 - 5 November 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Helix Building
When: 19 November 2025 at 12:00 - 19 November 2025 at 13:00
Student drop in - Newcastle University
An opportunity for students to chat informally to the University's dedicated police officer. Share any concerns, get practical crime prevention advice or find out more about policing in Newcastle.
Where: Helix Building
When: 3 December 2025 at 12:00 - 3 December 2025 at 13:00