Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE10 · Gateshead
160
crimes in March 2026
Near national average
DH3 · County Durham
75
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
North Lodge has less crime — 75 vs 160 incidents in March 2026.
Gateshead recorded notably higher crime than North Lodge in March 2026 — 160 vs 75 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gateshead sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (19), while North Lodge has more Shoplifting (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, North Lodge recorded fewer crimes than Gateshead — 75 vs 160 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. North Lodge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Gateshead saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while North Lodge had more Shoplifting. Overall, North Lodge recorded fewer total crimes (75 vs 160).