Bellingham vs Wickham and Dunston — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Bellingham

NE48 · Northumberland

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Wickham and Dunston

NE16 · Gateshead

23

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Other crime4

Bellingham has less crime — 1 vs 23 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Wickham and Dunston recorded substantially more crime than Bellingham in February 2026 — 23 incidents compared to 1, a 23.0x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bellingham or Wickham and Dunston safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bellingham recorded fewer crimes than Wickham and Dunston — 1 vs 23 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Bellingham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bellingham and Wickham and Dunston?

In February 2026, Bellingham's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents) while Wickham and Dunston's was Violence & sexual offences (10 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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