Newcastle Upon Tyne vs North Tyneside — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE1 · Newcastle Upon Tyne

1,066

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences259
  • Anti-social behaviour250
  • Shoplifting217

North Tyneside

NE26 · North Tyneside

116

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting38
  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Violence & sexual offences19

North Tyneside has less crime — 116 vs 1,066 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newcastle Upon Tyne recorded substantially more crime than North Tyneside in April 2026 — 1,066 incidents compared to 116, a 9.2x difference. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Newcastle Upon Tyne or North Tyneside safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, North Tyneside recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle Upon Tyne — 116 vs 1,066 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Newcastle Upon Tyne is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Newcastle Upon Tyne and North Tyneside?

In April 2026, Newcastle Upon Tyne's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (259 incidents) while North Tyneside's was Shoplifting (38 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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