Brunswick vs Byker — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Brunswick

NE13 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

37

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Shoplifting7

Byker

NE2 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

659

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Shoplifting185
  • Anti-social behaviour164
  • Violence & sexual offences100

Brunswick has less crime — 37 vs 659 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Byker recorded substantially more crime than Brunswick in April 2026 — 659 incidents compared to 37, a 17.8x difference. Brunswick is below the national average while Byker is above, making Brunswick the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Brunswick or Byker safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Brunswick recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 37 vs 659 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Brunswick is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Brunswick and Byker?

In April 2026, Brunswick's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (12 incidents) while Byker's was Shoplifting (185 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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