Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE2 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
438
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NE9 · Gateshead
229
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Gateshead has less crime — 229 vs 438 incidents in February 2026.
Byker recorded notably higher crime than Gateshead in February 2026 — 438 vs 229 incidents. Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Gateshead recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 229 vs 438 incidents. That is 48% 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 (63 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.