Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE13 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
21
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NE22 · Northumberland
87
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Brunswick has less crime — 21 vs 87 incidents in February 2026.
Wansbeck recorded substantially more crime than Brunswick in February 2026 — 87 incidents compared to 21, a 4.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brunswick sees higher rates of Other theft (2), while Wansbeck has more Shoplifting (13). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Brunswick recorded fewer crimes than Wansbeck — 21 vs 87 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Brunswick is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Brunswick saw higher rates of Other theft while Wansbeck had more Shoplifting. Overall, Brunswick recorded fewer total crimes (21 vs 87).