Byker vs Dalton-le-Dale — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Byker

NE2 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

571

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Shoplifting145
  • Anti-social behaviour137
  • Violence & sexual offences110

Dalton-le-Dale

SR7 · County Durham

125

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Criminal damage & arson25
  • Anti-social behaviour20

Dalton-le-Dale has less crime — 125 vs 571 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Byker recorded substantially more crime than Dalton-le-Dale in March 2026 — 571 incidents compared to 125, a 4.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Byker sees higher rates of Shoplifting (145), while Dalton-le-Dale has more Criminal damage & arson (25). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Byker or Dalton-le-Dale safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Dalton-le-Dale recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 125 vs 571 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Byker is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Byker and Dalton-le-Dale?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Byker saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Dalton-le-Dale had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dalton-le-Dale recorded fewer total crimes (125 vs 571).

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