Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE21 · Gateshead
88
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE39 · Gateshead
40
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Blaydon has less crime — 40 vs 88 incidents in April 2026.
Blaydon recorded notably higher crime than Blaydon in April 2026 — 88 vs 40 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaydon sees higher rates of Shoplifting (15) and Violence & sexual offences (15), while Blaydon has more Public order (3) and Vehicle crime (3). 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 Blaydon — 40 vs 88 incidents. That is 55% 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 Shoplifting and Violence & sexual offences while Blaydon had more Public order and Vehicle crime. Overall, Blaydon recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 88).