Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE13 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
36
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
SR8 · County Durham
360
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Brunswick has less crime — 36 vs 360 incidents in March 2026.
Peterlee recorded substantially more crime than Brunswick in March 2026 — 360 incidents compared to 36, a 10.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brunswick sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (9), while Peterlee has more Shoplifting (78). Brunswick is below the national average while Peterlee is above, making Brunswick the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Brunswick recorded fewer crimes than Peterlee — 36 vs 360 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Brunswick is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Brunswick saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Peterlee had more Shoplifting. Overall, Brunswick recorded fewer total crimes (36 vs 360).