North Tyneside

Is Longbenton NE12 safe?

Covering wards: Killingworth, Wallsend North, Battle Hill, Backworth & Holystone, Forest Hall, Longbenton & Benton, Camperdown

Thinking about moving to Longbenton NE12? Police recorded 108 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — NE12 area

Official UK Police data

108 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 39
Anti-social behaviour 25
Shoplifting 12
Near the national average

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Is Longbenton NE12 safe to live in?

Longbenton NE12 recorded 108 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 39 incidents. This is near the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Longbenton NE12?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Longbenton NE12 were: Violence & sexual offences (39), Anti-social behaviour (25), and Shoplifting (12). These accounted for 70% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Longbenton NE12 compare to the national average?

Longbenton NE12 is near the national average for total recorded crime. This suggests the area has broadly typical crime levels for the UK.

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