Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE17 · Gateshead
45
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE46 · Northumberland
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Blaydon has less crime — 45 vs 80 incidents in April 2026.
Hexham recorded notably higher crime than Blaydon in April 2026 — 80 vs 45 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaydon sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (9), while Hexham has more Public order (10). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Blaydon recorded fewer crimes than Hexham — 45 vs 80 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Blaydon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Blaydon saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Hexham had more Public order. Overall, Blaydon recorded fewer total crimes (45 vs 80).