Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE40 · Gateshead
81
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DH3 · County Durham
92
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Blaydon has less crime — 81 vs 92 incidents in April 2026.
Blaydon and North Lodge recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 81 and 92 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaydon sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (28), while North Lodge has more Criminal damage & arson (13). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Blaydon recorded fewer crimes than North Lodge — 81 vs 92 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Blaydon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Blaydon saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences while North Lodge had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Blaydon recorded fewer total crimes (81 vs 92).