Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE24 · Northumberland
352
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE4 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
492
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Blyth has less crime — 352 vs 492 incidents in April 2026.
Newcastle Upon Tyne saw somewhat more crime than Blyth in April 2026 (492 vs 352 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blyth sees higher rates of Shoplifting (77), while Newcastle Upon Tyne has more Criminal damage & arson (43). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Blyth recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 352 vs 492 incidents. That is 28% fewer crimes. Newcastle Upon Tyne is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Blyth saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Newcastle Upon Tyne had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Blyth recorded fewer total crimes (352 vs 492).