Byker vs Castletown — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Byker

NE6 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

487

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences126
  • Anti-social behaviour85
  • Shoplifting85

Castletown

SR5 · Sunderland

262

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences64
  • Shoplifting51
  • Anti-social behaviour39

Castletown has less crime — 262 vs 487 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Byker recorded notably higher crime than Castletown in March 2026 — 487 vs 262 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Byker records significantly more (126 vs 64 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Byker or Castletown safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Castletown recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 262 vs 487 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Byker is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Byker recorded 126 incidents of this type vs 64 in Castletown. Overall, Castletown had fewer total crimes (262 vs 487).

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