Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE13 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
37
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE11 · Gateshead
78
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Brunswick has less crime — 37 vs 78 incidents in April 2026.
Wickham and Dunston recorded notably higher crime than Brunswick in April 2026 — 78 vs 37 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brunswick sees higher rates of Shoplifting (7), while Wickham and Dunston has more Burglary (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on April 2026 Police data, Brunswick recorded fewer crimes than Wickham and Dunston — 37 vs 78 incidents. That is 53% 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 Wickham and Dunston had more Burglary. Overall, Brunswick recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 78).