Byker vs Longbenton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Byker

NE2 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

659

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Shoplifting185
  • Anti-social behaviour164
  • Violence & sexual offences100

Longbenton

NE12 · North Tyneside

126

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Shoplifting24
  • Violence & sexual offences21

Longbenton has less crime — 126 vs 659 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Byker recorded substantially more crime than Longbenton in April 2026 — 659 incidents compared to 126, a 5.2x difference. 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 Longbenton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Longbenton recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 126 vs 659 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Byker is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Byker and Longbenton?

In April 2026, Byker's top crime category was Shoplifting (185 incidents) while Longbenton's was Anti-social behaviour (30 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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