Byker vs North Tyneside — 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

North Tyneside

NE25 · North Tyneside

12

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Shoplifting2
  • Anti-social behaviour2

North Tyneside has less crime — 12 vs 128 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Byker recorded substantially more crime than North Tyneside in April 2026 — 128 incidents compared to 12, a 10.7x 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 April 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 12 vs 128 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. North Tyneside is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Byker's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (29 incidents) while North Tyneside's was Violence & sexual offences (5 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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