Blaydon vs Wickham and Dunston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Blaydon

NE17 · Gateshead

25

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour13
  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Other crime3

Wickham and Dunston

NE16 · Gateshead

23

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

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

Wickham and Dunston has less crime — 23 vs 25 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Blaydon and Wickham and Dunston recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 25 and 23 incidents respectively. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blaydon or Wickham and Dunston safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Wickham and Dunston recorded fewer crimes than Blaydon — 23 vs 25 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes. Wickham and Dunston is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Blaydon's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (13 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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