Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE2 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
438
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NE28 · North Tyneside
176
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
North Tyneside has less crime — 176 vs 438 incidents in February 2026.
Byker recorded notably higher crime than North Tyneside in February 2026 — 438 vs 176 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Byker sees higher rates of Shoplifting (86), while North Tyneside has more Public order (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 176 vs 438 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. Byker is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Byker saw higher rates of Shoplifting while North Tyneside had more Public order. Overall, North Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (176 vs 438).