Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE9 · Gateshead
296
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NE4 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
492
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Gateshead has less crime — 296 vs 492 incidents in April 2026.
Newcastle Upon Tyne recorded notably higher crime than Gateshead in April 2026 — 492 vs 296 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Gateshead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (48), while Newcastle Upon Tyne has more Criminal damage & arson (43). 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 April 2026 Police data, Gateshead recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 296 vs 492 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Newcastle Upon Tyne is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Gateshead saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Newcastle Upon Tyne had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Gateshead recorded fewer total crimes (296 vs 492).