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

NE30 · North Tyneside

198

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Shoplifting51
  • Anti-social behaviour49
  • Violence & sexual offences41

Byker has less crime — 128 vs 198 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

North Tyneside recorded notably higher crime than Byker in April 2026 — 198 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 North Tyneside safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Byker recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 128 vs 198 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. North Tyneside is above the national average.

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 Shoplifting (51 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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