Blaydon vs Broomhaugh and Riding — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Blaydon

NE21 · Gateshead

88

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour27
  • Shoplifting15
  • Violence & sexual offences15

Broomhaugh and Riding

NE44 · Northumberland

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2

Broomhaugh and Riding has less crime — 2 vs 88 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Blaydon recorded substantially more crime than Broomhaugh and Riding in April 2026 — 88 incidents compared to 2, a 44.0x 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 Blaydon or Broomhaugh and Riding safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Broomhaugh and Riding recorded fewer crimes than Blaydon — 2 vs 88 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Broomhaugh and Riding is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Blaydon and Broomhaugh and Riding?

In April 2026, Blaydon's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (27 incidents) while Broomhaugh and Riding's was Violence & sexual offences (2 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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