Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE2 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
438
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NE8 · Gateshead
348
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Gateshead has less crime — 348 vs 438 incidents in February 2026.
Byker saw somewhat more crime than Gateshead in February 2026 (438 vs 348 incidents). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on February 2026 Police data, Gateshead recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 348 vs 438 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes. Byker is above the national average.
In February 2026, Byker's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (134 incidents) while Gateshead's was Violence & sexual offences (133 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.