Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE7 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
129
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
NE41 · Northumberland
8
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wylam has less crime — 8 vs 129 incidents in February 2026.
Byker recorded substantially more crime than Wylam in February 2026 — 129 incidents compared to 8, a 16.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Byker sees higher rates of Shoplifting (21) and Anti-social behaviour (19), while Wylam has more Vehicle crime (3) and Burglary (2). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wylam recorded fewer crimes than Byker — 8 vs 129 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Wylam is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Byker saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Wylam had more Vehicle crime and Burglary. Overall, Wylam recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 129).