Byker vs North Tyneside — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Byker

NE6 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

415

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences124
  • Anti-social behaviour81
  • Shoplifting76

North Tyneside

NE30 · North Tyneside

125

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting30
  • Anti-social behaviour29
  • Violence & sexual offences28

North Tyneside has less crime — 125 vs 415 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Byker recorded substantially more crime than North Tyneside in February 2026 — 415 incidents compared to 125, a 3.3x 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 North Tyneside safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 125 vs 415 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Byker is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Byker and North Tyneside?

In February 2026, Byker's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (124 incidents) while North Tyneside's was Shoplifting (30 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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