Byker vs Newburn — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Byker

NE7 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

128

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour29
  • Violence & sexual offences24
  • Shoplifting19

Newburn

NE15 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

171

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting43
  • Violence & sexual offences38
  • Anti-social behaviour23

Byker has less crime — 128 vs 171 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newburn saw somewhat more crime than Byker in April 2026 (171 vs 128 incidents). 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 Newburn safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Byker recorded fewer crimes than Newburn — 128 vs 171 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes.

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

In April 2026, Byker's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (29 incidents) while Newburn's was Shoplifting (43 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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