Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE39 · Gateshead
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE27 · North Tyneside
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Blaydon has less crime — 22 vs 85 incidents in February 2026.
North Tyneside recorded substantially more crime than Blaydon in February 2026 — 85 incidents compared to 22, a 3.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaydon sees higher rates of Public order (3) and Anti-social behaviour (3), while North Tyneside has more Shoplifting (18) and Burglary (9). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Blaydon recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 22 vs 85 incidents. That is 74% 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 North Tyneside had more Shoplifting and Burglary. Overall, Blaydon recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 85).