Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SR5 · Sunderland
262
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
NE5 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
308
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Castletown has less crime — 262 vs 308 incidents in March 2026.
Newburn saw somewhat more crime than Castletown in March 2026 (308 vs 262 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Castletown sees higher rates of Shoplifting (51), while Newburn has more Criminal damage & arson (37). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Castletown recorded fewer crimes than Newburn — 262 vs 308 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Newburn is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Castletown saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Newburn had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Castletown recorded fewer total crimes (262 vs 308).