Blyth vs North Tyneside — 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

North Tyneside

NE25 · North Tyneside

12

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Shoplifting2
  • Anti-social behaviour2

North Tyneside has less crime — 12 vs 194 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Blyth recorded substantially more crime than North Tyneside in April 2026 — 194 incidents compared to 12, a 16.2x difference. 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 North Tyneside safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Blyth — 12 vs 194 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. North Tyneside is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Blyth and North Tyneside?

In April 2026, Blyth's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (67 incidents) while North Tyneside's was Violence & sexual offences (5 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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