Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE6 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
525
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE8 · Gateshead
472
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Gateshead has less crime — 472 vs 525 incidents in April 2026.
Byker and Gateshead recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 525 and 472 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Byker sees higher rates of Shoplifting (93), while Gateshead has more Criminal damage & arson (44). 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 April 2026 Police data, Gateshead recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 472 vs 525 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. Byker is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Byker saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Gateshead had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Gateshead recorded fewer total crimes (472 vs 525).