Byker vs Newcastle Upon Tyne — 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

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE3 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

181

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences60
  • Public order22
  • Anti-social behaviour22

Byker has less crime — 128 vs 181 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newcastle Upon Tyne saw somewhat more crime than Byker in April 2026 (181 vs 128 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Byker sees higher rates of Shoplifting (19), while Newcastle Upon Tyne has more Public order (22). 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 Newcastle Upon Tyne safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Byker recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 128 vs 181 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Byker and Newcastle Upon Tyne?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Byker saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Newcastle Upon Tyne had more Public order. Overall, Byker recorded fewer total crimes (128 vs 181).

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