Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE13 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
37
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE46 · Northumberland
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Brunswick has less crime — 37 vs 80 incidents in April 2026.
Hexham recorded notably higher crime than Brunswick in April 2026 — 80 vs 37 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brunswick sees higher rates of Shoplifting (7), while Hexham has more Public order (10). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Brunswick recorded fewer crimes than Hexham — 37 vs 80 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Brunswick is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Brunswick saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Hexham had more Public order. Overall, Brunswick recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 80).