Brunswick vs Newcastle Upon Tyne — 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

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE3 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

181

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences60
  • Public order22
  • Anti-social behaviour22

Brunswick has less crime — 37 vs 181 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newcastle Upon Tyne recorded substantially more crime than Brunswick in April 2026 — 181 incidents compared to 37, a 4.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brunswick sees higher rates of Shoplifting (7), while Newcastle Upon Tyne has more Public order (22). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Brunswick or Newcastle Upon Tyne safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Brunswick recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 37 vs 181 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Brunswick is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Brunswick and Newcastle Upon Tyne?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Brunswick saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Newcastle Upon Tyne had more Public order. Overall, Brunswick recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 181).

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