Blyth vs North Tyneside — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Blyth

NE23 · Northumberland

129

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Anti-social behaviour41
  • Shoplifting14

North Tyneside

NE26 · North Tyneside

84

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting25
  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour18

North Tyneside has less crime — 84 vs 129 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Blyth recorded notably higher crime than North Tyneside in February 2026 — 129 vs 84 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 North Tyneside safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Blyth — 84 vs 129 incidents. That is 35% 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 February 2026, Blyth's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (42 incidents) while North Tyneside's was Shoplifting (25 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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