Gateshead vs Wansbeck — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Gateshead

NE9 · Gateshead

296

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences70
  • Anti-social behaviour59
  • Shoplifting48

Wansbeck

NE22 · Northumberland

129

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour37
  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Shoplifting16

Wansbeck has less crime — 129 vs 296 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Gateshead recorded notably higher crime than Wansbeck in April 2026 — 296 vs 129 incidents. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Gateshead or Wansbeck safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wansbeck recorded fewer crimes than Gateshead — 129 vs 296 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Gateshead is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Gateshead and Wansbeck?

In April 2026, Gateshead's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (70 incidents) while Wansbeck's was Anti-social behaviour (37 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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