Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NE5 · Newcastle Upon Tyne
308
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
SR8 · County Durham
360
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Newburn has less crime — 308 vs 360 incidents in March 2026.
Peterlee saw somewhat more crime than Newburn in March 2026 (360 vs 308 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newburn sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (37), while Peterlee has more Shoplifting (78). 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 March 2026 Police data, Newburn recorded fewer crimes than Peterlee — 308 vs 360 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes. Peterlee is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Newburn saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Peterlee had more Shoplifting. Overall, Newburn recorded fewer total crimes (308 vs 360).