THE worst streets for anti-social behaviour (ASB) in Newton Aycliffe have been revealed, after police data suggested the most common part of the town that criminality has occurred over the last 12 months.

Through figures provided from Data.Police.UK, all crimes recorded in Newton Aycliffe between December 2020 and December 2021 involving anti-social behaviour have been collated – with Linden Place ranked as the postcode that’s seen the highest crime rate with 54 incidents.

The second highest location for anti-social behaviour in Newton Aycliffe was Kirkstone Place (42), while Malham Crescent (32) and Eskdale Place (31) were ranked third and fourth.

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Meanwhile, Stainmore Crescent (21), Ida Place (18), Clanny Road (17), Whinlatter Place (16), Garburn Place (14) and Lyon Walk (14) also feature on the police data concerning anti-social behaviour.

Despite the recently released figures suggesting an issue for several postcodes, Durham Constabulary has dispelled any suggestion that there is a rise in anti-social behaviour, by saying that ASB in Newton Aycliffe has reduced in every ward across the town.

Neighbourhood inspector, Sarah Honeyman, and her team, including some officers who have worked in the town for more than 15 years continue to work with residents and partners on the issue.

Through work with newly acquired CCTV and securing criminal behaviour orders (CBO) for persistent offenders, the inspector has been able to turn around the figures.

She said: “Anti-social behaviour is down across every ward in the town and an issue that gets our full attention thanks to the low level of ‘traditional’ crimes.

“Most residents know the team and we work closely with young people, partners and businesses to problem solve issues.”

“Recent work in the West Ward has shown the effectiveness of CCTV and we are currently in the process of securing funding from our county councillors to introduce three more CCTV cameras which can be moved to any areas to help identify suspects.

“Added to that, my officers make a point of getting to know our repeat offenders and three teenagers we believe are responsible for most antisocial behaviour incidents at present have been back before the courts as recently as this morning. One now has an electronic tag and a curfew.”

Insp Honeyman added: “We understand anti-social behaviour is a controversial topic, but I would like to stress that we have done and will continue to do everything we can to make sure that Newton Aycliffe is a safe place to live and work.”

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The teenager who appeared in court this morning is next expected to attend to stand trial for public order offences on June 10.

Newton Aycliffe Police Station, opposite the magistrates’ court, has a reception which is open to the public weekdays from 10am to 5pm. Response colleagues are also based at the station with the neighbourhood team covering the town 24/7.

Some stand out facts and figures from Durham Constabulary regarding anti-social behaviour:

  • West Ward antisocial behaviour – down by 60 per cent.
  • Town Centre antisocial behaviour – down by 17 per cent.
  • Anti-social behaviour in every Newton Aycliffe ward – reduced.
  • One known teenager in court and fitted with an electronic tag today (February 15) after breaching his Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) and trial date set after public order charges.
  • Another two known teenagers with CBOs and all three banned from associating with each other.

Inspector Honeyman, along with long-standing PCs Bram Booth and Mike Welch can be contacted regarding ongoing enquiries at Newton Aycliffe Police Station by emailing sarah.honeyman@durham.police.uk, Bramwell.booth@durham.police.uk or Michael.welch@durham.police.uk

To report a crime, call 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Always call 999 in an emergency.

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