Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE46 · Northumberland
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NE28 · North Tyneside
299
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hexham has less crime — 80 vs 299 incidents in April 2026.
North Tyneside recorded substantially more crime than Hexham in April 2026 — 299 incidents compared to 80, a 3.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hexham sees higher rates of Public order (10), while North Tyneside has more Criminal damage & arson (30). Hexham is below the national average while North Tyneside is above, making Hexham the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hexham recorded fewer crimes than North Tyneside — 80 vs 299 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Hexham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hexham saw higher rates of Public order while North Tyneside had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hexham recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 299).