Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE6 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
525
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE28 · North Tyneside
299
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
North Tyneside has less crime — 299 vs 525 incidents in April 2026.
Byker recorded notably higher crime than North Tyneside in April 2026 — 525 vs 299 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Byker sees higher rates of Shoplifting (93), while North Tyneside has more Criminal damage & arson (30). 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, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 299 vs 525 incidents. That is 43% 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 North Tyneside had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, North Tyneside recorded fewer total crimes (299 vs 525).