Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE39 · Gateshead
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SR7 · County Durham
122
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Blaydon has less crime — 22 vs 122 incidents in February 2026.
Dalton-le-Dale recorded substantially more crime than Blaydon in February 2026 — 122 incidents compared to 22, a 5.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaydon sees higher rates of Public order (3) and Anti-social behaviour (3), while Dalton-le-Dale has more Shoplifting (32) and Criminal damage & arson (20). 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 Dalton-le-Dale — 22 vs 122 incidents. That is 82% 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 Public order and Anti-social behaviour while Dalton-le-Dale had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Blaydon recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 122).