Blyth vs Newburn — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Blyth

NE23 · Northumberland

194

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour67
  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Shoplifting22

Newburn

NE5 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

416

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences84
  • Anti-social behaviour75
  • Shoplifting60

Blyth has less crime — 194 vs 416 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newburn recorded notably higher crime than Blyth in April 2026 — 416 vs 194 incidents. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blyth or Newburn safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Blyth recorded fewer crimes than Newburn — 194 vs 416 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Newburn is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Blyth and Newburn?

In April 2026, Blyth's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (67 incidents) while Newburn's was Violence & sexual offences (84 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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