Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE39 · Gateshead
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DH9 · County Durham
179
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Blaydon has less crime — 22 vs 179 incidents in February 2026.
Stanley recorded substantially more crime than Blaydon in February 2026 — 179 incidents compared to 22, a 8.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaydon sees higher rates of Public order (3), while Stanley has more Criminal damage & arson (26). 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 Stanley — 22 vs 179 incidents. That is 88% 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 while Stanley had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Blaydon recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 179).