Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE21 · Gateshead
98
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE28 · North Tyneside
175
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Blaydon has less crime — 98 vs 175 incidents in February 2026.
North Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Blaydon in February 2026 — 175 vs 98 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaydon sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13), while North Tyneside has more Public order (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Blaydon recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 98 vs 175 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Blaydon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Blaydon saw higher rates of Shoplifting while North Tyneside had more Public order. Overall, Blaydon recorded fewer total crimes (98 vs 175).