Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE39 · Gateshead
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE22 · Northumberland
87
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Blaydon has less crime — 22 vs 87 incidents in February 2026.
Wansbeck recorded substantially more crime than Blaydon in February 2026 — 87 incidents compared to 22, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaydon sees higher rates of Public order (3), while Wansbeck has more Shoplifting (13). 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 Wansbeck — 22 vs 87 incidents. That is 75% 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 Wansbeck had more Shoplifting. Overall, Blaydon recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 87).