Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE21 · Gateshead
88
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE15 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
171
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Blaydon has less crime — 88 vs 171 incidents in April 2026.
Newburn recorded notably higher crime than Blaydon in April 2026 — 171 vs 88 incidents. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Blaydon recorded fewer crimes than Newburn — 88 vs 171 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Blaydon is also below the national average for crime.
In April 2026, Blaydon's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (27 incidents) while Newburn's was Shoplifting (43 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.