Newburn vs Newburn — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Newburn

NE15 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

171

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting43
  • Violence & sexual offences38
  • Anti-social behaviour23

Newburn

NE5 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

416

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences84
  • Anti-social behaviour75
  • Shoplifting60

Newburn has less crime — 171 vs 416 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newburn recorded notably higher crime than Newburn in April 2026 — 416 vs 171 incidents. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Newburn or Newburn safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Newburn recorded fewer crimes than Newburn — 171 vs 416 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Newburn is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Newburn and Newburn?

In April 2026, Newburn's top crime category was Shoplifting (43 incidents) while Newburn's was Violence & sexual offences (84 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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